Bill > S08886

This bill amends existing laws to authorize and regulate the use of electronic bell jar vending machines, which are machines that display and dispense pre-printed tickets for games of chance with predetermined winners and prize values. The bill specifically allows licensed veteran organizations and volunteer fire companies to operate these machines to increase fundraising profits, while also establishing safeguards to ensure these machines are distinct from casino-style gaming. Key provisions include defining "veteran organization" and "volunteer fire company," granting the New York State Gaming Commission (referred to as the "Commission") the power to approve these machines and establish regulations, and specifying that only licensed veteran organizations and volunteer fire companies can operate them, with limitations on the number of machines and their proximity to existing gaming facilities. The bill also clarifies that these machines cannot mimic video lottery terminals or slot machines and sets forth requirements for reporting sales and machine operation to the Commission, with a delayed effective date of one year after becoming law to allow for necessary regulatory changes.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8886