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This bill amends Pennsylvania's gaming laws to strengthen protections for individuals who voluntarily self-exclude from gambling activities. The legislation requires licensed gaming entities to maintain comprehensive lists of self-excluded persons and prohibits these entities from marketing to or providing services to individuals on the self-exclusion list. Specifically, gaming entities must remove self-excluded persons from marketing lists, update their internal systems every 48 hours to track exclusions, and refrain from sending direct advertising through any communication channel, including mail, email, text messages, phone calls, and social media. The bill also prohibits self-excluded individuals from redeeming points, receiving complimentary services, accessing cashless wagering systems, or collecting winnings. Violations of these provisions can result in significant criminal penalties, including misdemeanor or felony charges and substantial fines ranging from $150,000 to $1,200,000 depending on the type of entity and whether it is a first or subsequent offense. The law aims to support responsible gaming practices by creating stricter guidelines for how gaming entities interact with individuals who have voluntarily chosen to limit their gambling activities. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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