Section 41.57. Compulsive gambling education and treatment program

Notwithstanding any inconsistent provisions of this article and within
  amounts  made  available  therefor by appropriation, the commissioner is
  authorized  to  develop,  expand,  operate  or  cause  to  be   operated
  compulsive  gambling  education and treatment programs. The commissioner
  may employ any consultants deemed necessary to effectuate the purpose of
  this section and enter into contract with any not-for-profit corporation
  for provision of appropriate services. On the thirtieth day  of  January
  after  the  effective  date  of  this section and each January thirtieth
  thereafter, the commissioner  shall  submit  to  the  governor  and  the
  legislature  a  report  detailing the implementation of this section and
  making recommendations for future  development  of  compulsive  gambling
  education and treatment programs.