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FL H0641
Bill
Status
6/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Regulatory Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Creates the "Family Amusement Games Act" (Section 546.10, Florida Statutes) to regulate skill-based amusement games and machines, preventing expansion of casino-style gambling
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Establishes three machine classifications: Type A (no prizes, up to 15 free replays only), Type B (awards coupons/points redeemable onsite for merchandise), and Type C (claw machines dispensing merchandise directly)
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Sets maximum redemption value per coupon/point at $5.25, with annual inflation adjustments by the Department of Revenue beginning January 1, 2018
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Restricts Type B and C machines to specific locations including arcade amusement centers (minimum 50 machines), bowling centers, truck stops, licensed lodging/food establishments, timeshare facilities, and veterans' organizations
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Establishes escalating penalties for violations: second-degree misdemeanor for first offense, first-degree misdemeanor for second offense, and third-degree felony for third or subsequent offenses
Legislative Description
Amusement Games or Machines
Last Action
Chapter No. 2015-93
6/3/2015