Relates to the operation of games of chance by employees of authorized organizations

This bill (S 5031) amends the state constitution to allow municipalities to authorize bingo or similar games of chance through local voter approval. It directly affects religious, charitable, veteran, and volunteer firefighter organizations, permitting them to operate these games under strict rules. Key provisions require all net proceeds to fund the organization’s lawful purposes, restrict management to members/employees only (with no personal pay for game operations), and cap single prizes at $250 or total series at $1,000. The amendment creates a framework for future legislation to regulate such games and prevent commercial gambling, while prohibiting municipalities from passing independent local laws on the matter.