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.