Bill > S02294

This bill amends the New York General Municipal Law to allow employees of authorized organizations to participate in managing and operating games of chance (such as raffles or other lottery-style events) in addition to the current provision that only allows bona fide members to do so. The bill specifically modifies existing language to insert the word "employee" alongside "member" in several key sections, which expands who can be involved in these activities. Under the new provisions, employees can now manage and operate games of chance, help sell raffle tickets, and be compensated for these activities, whereas previously only members of the organization could do so. The bill maintains important restrictions, such as requiring that all equipment be owned or leased by the authorized organization, preventing the transfer of bell jar tickets between organizations, and mandating that the organization's leadership certify that operators are legitimate members or employees. The changes are designed to provide more flexibility for organizations in staffing and running these fundraising events while maintaining oversight and preventing potential abuse. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2294