Senate Bill 179 Summary

• Authorizes video gaming terminals in licensed establishments (retail establishments, charitable organizations, and truck stops) effective July 1, 2016.

• Establishes Indiana Gaming Commission licensing and regulatory structure for manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, operators, and establishments involved in video gaming.

• Imposes 30% tax on adjusted gross receipts from video gaming, with revenue allocated 40% to municipalities, 40% to counties, and 20% to state general fund.

• Requires video gaming terminals to meet technical standards including 80-95% payout rates, random selection processes, and central communications system linkage for auditing.

• Sets maximum limits: 5 terminals in retail/charitable establishments and 10 in truck stops; $2 maximum wager per game; $599 maximum win per hand; credit costs of $0.01, $0.05, $0.10, or $0.25.