SB 626 Pennsylvania Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act providing for skill video gaming; imposing duties on the Department of Revenue; providing for issuance of licenses for skill video gaming; imposing a tax and criminal and civil penalties; and providing for zoning.

SB 626 establishes a regulatory framework for "skill video gaming" systems that award cash prizes based on player skill (not chance). It requires licenses for operators, distributors, and establishments (like bars or retail locations), imposes a tax on gross revenue from these systems, and mandates age restrictions (players must be 18+). The bill also includes criminal penalties for unlicensed operation, rules for terminal placement (prohibiting "miniature casinos"), and zoning requirements to limit where systems can be located. This directly affects businesses seeking to operate such systems, local governments managing zoning, and players aged 18 and older.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 14, 2025 Last action Apr 14, 2025
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Apr 14, 2025
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Referred to Community, Economic & Recreational Development
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