Bill > HB1272

This bill establishes a regulatory framework for electronic skill gaming devices in Virginia, authorizing the Virginia Lottery Board to license manufacturers, distributors, operators, and host locations. It imposes a 30 percent tax on all gross profits generated from these devices, with the tax proceeds allocated to various funds, including local governments, the Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Fund, and the general fund. The bill also introduces criminal and civil penalties for violations, including fines and license suspensions or revocations, and defines "electronic skill gaming device" as a device where player skill predominantly determines the outcome, allowing for cash payouts exceeding the cost to play. It sets limits on the number of devices per location, prohibits inducements to host locations, and requires a central monitoring system for all devices. The bill also amends existing laws to clarify that electronic skill gaming devices are not considered illegal gambling devices and establishes a voluntary exclusion program for individuals who wish to self-exclude from participating in various forms of gaming, including electronic skill gaming.