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HI HB2727

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/6/2018

Primary Sponsor

Chris Lee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires video game publishers to prominently disclose probability rates for randomized rewards and loot boxes at time of purchase and when mechanisms are activated.

  • Mandates bright red warning labels on game packaging or digital storefronts stating "Warning: contains in-game purchases and gambling-like mechanisms which may be harmful or addictive."

  • Prohibits video game publishers from modifying games to add gambling-like mechanisms or in-game purchases after original sale without appropriate relabeling.

  • Authorizes the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to audit video game code to verify probability rates are calculated correctly and working properly.

  • Appropriates funds for fiscal year 2018-2019 to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs for auditing video games sold in Hawaii; takes effect July 1, 2050.

Legislative Description

Relating To Consumer Protection.

Disclosure

Last Action

Referred to CPH, WAM.

3/8/2018

Committee Referrals

Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health3/8/2018
Finance2/16/2018
Consumer Protection & Commerce1/29/2018

Full Bill Text

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