An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.
SB 465 amends Pennsylvania's Local Option Small Games of Chance Act to change how club licensees (like social clubs running bingo or similar games) must distribute proceeds from these activities. It requires that at least 50% of annual proceeds be used for public interest purposes within one year, while limiting clubs to retaining no more than 50% of the proceeds. The bill directly affects licensed clubs operating small games of chance under the existing law. The changes apply to calendar years starting after December 31, 2025, and take effect 60 days after enactment.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 18, 2025
Last action Mar 18, 2025
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Mar 18, 2025
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