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FL H0609

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/2/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Owen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "instant bingo ticket dispenser" as a device that dispenses tickets and may read barcodes to display win/loss status on a video screen

  • Removes the 4,000-ticket maximum per deal for instant bingo tickets while maintaining the 65% minimum prize payout requirement

  • Requires instant bingo ticket dispensers to have bill acceptors for U.S. currency only and tracking capabilities for all ticket sales; dispensers with video displays must also produce vouchers for prize redemption and generate sales reports

  • Prohibits instant bingo ticket dispensers from using spinning reels or slot machine-like features, containing random number generators, or including any features that simulate skill or allow player input to influence outcomes

  • Explicitly states the law does not authorize charitable, nonprofit, or veterans' organizations to engage in Class III gaming as defined under federal law (25 U.S.C. s. 2703)

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Bingo Games

Last Action

1st Reading (Original Filed Version)

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee12/12/2025

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