PA SB1079

Establishes a regulatory framework for skill video game systems under the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue and State Lottery, requiring licenses for distributors ($1,000,000 initial fee), operators ($25,000), and establishments ($250)

Imposes a $500 monthly fee per terminal, with revenue distributed: 40% to General Fund for transportation/infrastructure, 20% to counties, 20% to municipalities, 10% to Clean Streams Fund, and 5% each to State Police and Lottery

Limits establishments to a maximum of 5 skill video game terminals (10 for 501(c) nonprofit organizations), with terminals capped at 2 per 500 square feet of public floor space

Restricts play to individuals 18 years or older at locations licensed by the Liquor Control Board, State Lottery, or 501(c) organizations, with maximum $5 per play and $5,000 maximum winnings per game

Creates criminal penalties including first-degree misdemeanor for unlicensed operation, third-degree felony for tampering with game software, and civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation plus $1,000 per day for continuing violations