VA HB1272

Establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for electronic gaming devices (skill games) under Virginia Lottery Board oversight, creating a new Chapter 42 in Title 58.1 with sections 58.1-4200 through 58.1-4226.

Requires licensing for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of electronic skill gaming devices, with the Virginia Lottery Board authorized to deny, suspend, or revoke licenses and conduct investigations.

Amends gambling-related definitions and penalties in Title 18.2, creating new sections 18.2-334.7 and 19.2-386.30:1 to address electronic gaming device violations and asset forfeiture.

Authorizes the Virginia Lottery Board to hold closed meetings for appeals regarding denial, revocation, suspension, or refusal to renew electronic skill gaming device licenses.

Includes a sunset provision and modifies existing lottery and gaming statutes (§§ 58.1-4002, 58.1-4003, 58.1-4006, 58.1-4007, 58.1-4015.1, 58.1-4048, and 58.1-4103) to integrate electronic skill gaming regulation.