Bill > A07475

This bill relates to authorizing and regulating electronic bell jar vending machines for charitable organizations in New York State. The legislation aims to modernize charitable gaming by allowing not-for-profit organizations to use electronic machines to sell and dispense bell jar tickets, while implementing strict safeguards to prevent these machines from resembling casino gambling. Key provisions include requiring commission approval for electronic bell jar vending machines, limiting the number of machines an organization can operate based on its local membership size, and establishing geographic restrictions near existing gaming facilities. The machines must have specific features like tracking ticket sales, displaying game information, and prohibiting casino-like elements such as spinning reels or bonus games. Organizations must be licensed, and the number of machines they can operate depends on factors like active local membership and proximity to gaming facilities. The bill emphasizes maintaining the charitable purpose of these gaming activities while preventing market oversaturation and protecting existing gaming sectors. The New York State Gaming Commission will have significant oversight, including the ability to approve or deny machine installations, review contracts, and establish detailed regulations to ensure responsible implementation of these electronic bell jar vending machines.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7475