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VA HB729
VA HB729Casino gaming; marketing or advertising to persons younger than 21 years of age prohibited, penalty.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Casino gaming; marketing or advertising to persons younger than 21 years of age prohibited; penalty. Prohibits a casino gaming operator from marketing or advertising to any person younger than 21 years of age. The bill defines to "market or advertise" as meaning the sale of any clothing, equipment, or other product that contains any statement, symbol, depiction, or reference to a casino gaming operator or any of its affiliates. Violations of this prohibition constitute a Class 1 misdemeanor.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits casino gaming operators from marketing or advertising to anyone under 21 years of age, with "market or advertise" specifically defined as selling any clothing, equipment, or other product that features a casino gaming operator or its affiliates. Violating this prohibition is considered a Class 1 misdemeanor, which is a serious offense punishable by significant fines and/or jail time, reflecting the state's intent to protect minors from engaging with casino gaming.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Left in Committee General Laws (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB729 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB729) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1098414.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB729/text/HB729 |
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