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FL S1580
Bill
AI Summary
- Repeals existing section 849.23 and creates new criminal penalties for illegal gambling activities, including keeping gambling houses (upgraded to second-degree felony for course of conduct violations) and Internet gambling or sports wagering
- Establishes felony murder in the second degree for killings occurring during the perpetration of keeping a gambling house under s. 849.01
- Creates the Limited Slot Machine Surrender Program within the Florida Gaming Control Commission, providing immunity from criminal prosecution for individuals who voluntarily surrender slot machines during a specified timeframe
- Prohibits government employees from knowingly certifying, licensing, approving, aiding, facilitating, or concealing gambling house operations, with criminal penalties for violations
- Authorizes veterans' service organizations to petition the Florida Gaming Control Commission for declaratory statements on whether games or machines are legally authorized before purchase or installation
Legislative Description
Illegal Gaming
Last Action
In returning messages
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/25/2026
Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government2/12/2026
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