Bill > S07935

This bill amends the New York General Municipal Law to add "bunco" to the list of authorized games of chance, providing a specific definition for the game. The bill defines bunco as a dice-based game where players are divided into teams and attempt to roll dice corresponding to the current round number, with teams competing either by the number of rounds won or total matches rolled. The legislation removes a previous restriction that prohibited games of chance involving direct player-to-player wagering and explicitly includes bunco among other authorized games like merchandise wheels, coin boards, and raffles. By adding this definition, the bill officially recognizes bunco as a legal game of chance under municipal law, potentially allowing it to be played in settings where such games are permitted, such as charitable or social events. The amendment takes effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7935