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MN HF4460

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/23/2018

Primary Sponsor

Rick Hansen

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th Legislature 2017-2018

AI Summary

  • Prohibits retailers from selling video games containing "loot box" systems (randomized rewards or virtual items redeemable for randomized rewards) to persons under 18 years of age.

  • Requires video game providers to verify using commercially reasonable technology that update recipients are not under 18 years of age before adding loot box systems to existing games.

  • Mandates warning labels on all affected video games and updates, with "WARNING" in uppercase letters at least one-half inch (16-point font for electronic) and warning text in at least 3/32 inch (12-point font for electronic) with high color contrast.

  • Warning text must state: "Warning: This game contains a gambling-like mechanism that may promote the development of a gaming disorder that increases the risk of harmful mental or physical health effects, and may expose the user to significant financial risk."

  • Requires purchasers of games sold through electronic means to acknowledge the warning before purchase.

Legislative Description

Video game loot box sales prohibited.

Last Action

Author added Bernardy.

5/20/2018

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Regulatory Reform4/23/2018

Full Bill Text

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