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PA SB514

PA SB514
Further providing for rules for licensing and operation.


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Introduced
03/25/2025
In Committee
03/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of July 10, 1981 (P.L.214, No.67), entitled "An act relating to the lawful conduct of bingo, prescribing penalties and making a repeal," further providing for rules for licensing and operation.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Bingo Law to allow licensed associations to sell bingo tickets online, which is a new provision that expands the existing rules for bingo operations. Currently, bingo events are typically conducted in-person, but this change would permit licensed associations (which are likely nonprofit organizations or community groups that are authorized to conduct bingo games) to sell tickets through online platforms. The bill specifies that this new online ticket sales capability will take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted, giving licensed associations time to prepare and implement online sales systems. By enabling online ticket sales, the bill potentially makes bingo events more accessible and convenient for participants, which could help support the nonprofit organizations that typically run these games.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to Community, Economic & Recreational Development (on 03/25/2025)

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