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IN HB1662

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/24/2019

Primary Sponsor

Beau Baird

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes video gaming terminals at bars licensed for on-premises alcohol consumption, truck stops (in counties without riverboats), and fraternal/veteran organization establishments, with a maximum of 5 terminals per location (10 for truck stops)

  • Imposes a 30% wagering tax on adjusted gross receipts, with revenue split: 35% to the municipality, 35% to the county, and 30% to the state general fund

  • Establishes a tiered licensing system with initial fees ranging from $500 for establishments to $25,000-$35,000 for manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, and operators depending on residency status

  • Limits the number of establishment licenses per county based on population thresholds (ranging from 1 license per establishment type in counties under 30,000 to 5 licenses in counties over 90,000), awarded by random lottery

  • Sets wagering restrictions including a $2 maximum bet per game, $599 maximum payout per hand, and requires terminals to pay out between 80-95% over their service life

Legislative Description

Video gaming terminals. Authorizes wagering on video gaming terminals in certain establishments. Requires the gaming commission to issue video gaming licenses based on the population of the county and the type of establishment. Establishes a licensing structure for participants in video gaming. Imposes a video gaming wagering tax of 30% of adjusted gross receipts.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Public Policy

1/24/2019

Committee Referrals

Public Policy1/24/2019

Full Bill Text

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