Bill > A04472

This bill amends the state finance law to direct a portion of the revenue from newly authorized mobile and internet-based casino gaming activities toward school safety and security purposes. Specifically, the bill mandates that once interactive gaming is legalized—which includes internet-based table games, slot machines, poker tournaments, and other games approved by the gaming commission—at least $10 million or 1% of the gaming revenues (whichever is greater) must be allocated to school safety and security expenses as determined by the state's commissioner of education. The bill builds upon existing provisions regarding the allocation of lottery and gaming revenues, which previously focused on educational aid, lottery operations, and winter sports education. By earmarking a specific portion of mobile gaming revenues for school safety, the legislation aims to provide additional funding to help protect students and create more secure learning environments. The amendment is designed to create a direct financial link between the expansion of digital gaming platforms and investments in school security infrastructure and programs.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4472