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FL S2414

Bill

Status

Failed

4/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Michael Bennett

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates state licensing requirement for amusement arcades operated by Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, with annual $1,000 license fee valid for one year and non-transferable

  • Defines amusement arcade as establishment open to public with at least 50 games/machines where players earn points or coupons exchangeable for merchandise or gift cards (not cash or alcohol), with prize value capped at 75 cents per game played

  • Requires applicants to be at least 21 years old, submit to fingerprinting and criminal background checks (initial application and every 5 years), and prohibits licensing those convicted of felonies involving forgery, larceny, extortion, fraud, or false reports

  • Imposes 4 percent tax on monthly gross receipts payable to Department of Revenue by the 5th of each month, with civil penalties up to $1,000 per day for late payment and potential license suspension or revocation for non-compliance

  • Prohibits video poker games, gambling devices, lotteries, bingo, and unauthorized drawings or game promotions; requires licensees to maintain daily operational records for at least 3 years available for audit and inspection

Legislative Description

Amusement Arcades [CPSC]

Last Action

Died in Committee on Regulated Industries

4/30/2010

Committee Referrals

Regulated Industries3/4/2010

Full Bill Text

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