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Introduced
01/07/2025
01/07/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2025
03/28/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 230.210 to define terms; amend KRS 230.260 to allow the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation (corporation) to license and regulate casino gaming and fantasy contests; allow the corporation to inspect all premises where casino gaming is conducted and seize any equipment or records related to casino gaming for the purposes of examination and inspection; require the corporation to promulgate administrative regulations related to casino gaming; create new sections of KRS Chapter 230 to establish licensing requirements for full casino, limited casino, and riverboat casino gaming; establish local option election requirements for the purpose of approving casino gaming; permit the corporation to solicit bids for the purpose of licensing casino gaming in a county; allow a limited casino license for racing associations that meet certain requirements; prohibit the sale or lease of gaming unless a person possesses a manufacturer or supplier license; prohibit a person under 21 years of age from placing a wager at a casino or accessing areas of a casino in which games are operated; require a licensee to compile a list of persons who are to be excluded from any licensed casino if they pose a threat to the interests of this state or to licensed gaming; establish requirements for any person seeking to register as a fantasy contest operator; prohibit a fantasy contest operator from offering a fantasy contest without a valid registration issued by the corporation; require the corporation to promulgate administrative regulations for the operation of fantasy contests; create a new section of KRS Chapter 138 to define terms and impose an excise tax and an admissions tax on gaming operations at casinos; amend KRS 68.182, 91.202, 92.282, 230.215, 230.225, and 230.232 to conform; amend KRS 243.500, 525.090, 528.010, 528.020, 528.070, 528.080, and 528.100 to exempt casino gaming and fantasy contests; EFFECTIVE July 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill introduces comprehensive gaming legislation for Kentucky that establishes a framework for casino gaming, fantasy contests, and related regulatory provisions. The bill creates a comprehensive system for licensing and regulating casinos, including three types of casino licenses: full casino, limited casino, and riverboat casino. Counties must approve casino gaming through a local option election, with specific population and procedural requirements. The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation will be responsible for overseeing licensing, regulation, and operations of casino gaming. The legislation establishes detailed requirements for casino gaming licenses, including background checks, application processes, and operational standards. Additionally, the bill creates regulations for fantasy contests, including registration requirements, operational guidelines, and restrictions on participation. The bill imposes a 21% excise tax on casino gaming revenue and a $3 per-person daily admission tax. Key provisions include age restrictions (21 and older), licensing requirements for manufacturers and suppliers of gaming equipment, and specific rules to prevent fraud and protect consumers. The legislation also amends various existing statutes to incorporate these new gaming activities and sets an effective date of July 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
to Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H) (on 02/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb33.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/25RS/hb33/orig_bill.pdf |
| Corrections Impact | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/note/25RS/hb33/CI.pdf |
| Local Mandate Fiscal Impact | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/note/25RS/hb33/LM.pdf |
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