OH HB476

Authorizes online raffles for charitable organizations, schools, and certain tax-exempt entities under Ohio's Charitable Gaming Law, requiring use of attorney general-approved online raffle platforms

Creates two tiers of online raffle authorization: entities with under $250,000 in annual gross receipts must register ($100 fee), while those with $250,000+ must obtain a full online raffle license with fees matching bingo license requirements

Requires online raffle platforms to be tested by independent laboratories and approved by the attorney general before use, with platforms required to verify participants are at least 18 years old and Ohio residents

Limits online raffle prizes to tangible personal property only (no cash or gift cards), prohibits entertainment themes resembling slot machines, and requires drawings be held at least 24 hours after the last ticket is sold

Requires entities described in subsection 501(c)(4), (6), (7), (8), (10), or (19) of the Internal Revenue Code to distribute net profits from online raffles according to existing charitable distribution requirements (at least 25% to charitable purposes for first $250,000, increasing to 50% above that threshold)