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Introduced
09/12/2025
09/12/2025
In Committee
11/19/2025
11/19/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), entitled "An act providing for the licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance, for the licensing of persons to distribute games of chance, for the registration of manufacturers of games of chance, and for suspensions and revocations of licenses and permits; requiring records; providing for local referendum by electorate; and prescribing penalties," in games of chance, further providing for prize limits.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act by increasing the maximum aggregate prize limit that a licensed eligible organization can award in a seven-day period from $35,000 to $60,000. The legislation specifically modifies Section 302(b) of the existing law, which governs prize limits for games of chance (such as raffles, bingo, or similar lottery-style activities). The change will allow organizations like volunteer fire departments, veterans' groups, or nonprofit organizations that are licensed to conduct such games to offer larger prizes, potentially increasing their fundraising capabilities. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment, giving organizations time to adjust to the new prize limit. This modification represents a significant increase of approximately 71% in the maximum allowable prize amount for these types of charitable gaming events.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Chris Gebhard (R)*,
Rosemary Brown (R),
Scott Hutchinson (R),
Tracy Pennycuick (R),
Pat Stefano (R),
Elder Vogel (R),
Judy Ward (R),
Last Action
Re-committed to Community, Economic & Recreational Development (on 11/19/2025)
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