Provisions Applicable to All Sports Wagering Licensing Determinations

(1) Upon granting an application, the Commission shall prepare and file its decision, and shall issue a statement of the reasons for the grant, including specific findings of fact, and noting any conditions of licensure imposed under 205 CMR 220.00: Sports Wagering: License Conditions. (2) Upon denial of an application, the Commission shall prepare and file its decision and, if requested by the Applicant, shall further prepare and file a statement of the reasons for the denial, including specific findings of fact. (3) For purposes of 205 CMR and M.G.L. c. 23N, the award of a Sports Wagering License shall be deemed to have occurred immediately upon a majority vote by the Commission to issue the license, unless otherwise determined by the Commission. An Applicant awarded a Sports Wagering License, or deemed eligible to request a Temporary License, shall not conduct sports wagering until it meets all other applicable requirements of M.G.L. c. 23N and 205 CMR including having been issued an operation certificate.