It's imperative that we take all necessary steps to enforce social distancing and all other COVID-19-related measures as outlined in the reopening safety guidelines approved by the Gaming Commission,' Chairwoman Cathy Judd-Stein said. 'In light of recent events at Encore Boston Harbor, I wish to remind all that the MGC's jurisdiction and regulatory responsibilities extend to the entire gaming establishment, beyond the gaming floor. Encore is now enforcing its own limit on gathering limits for guests in its hotel - no more than four people to a hotel room and no more than 10 people allowed in a suite - by making violators subject to a fine in the range of $3,000, commission officials said. Charlie Baker's limit, no indoor gathering can exceed 25 people.

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