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SB 995

An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in games of chance, further providing for prize limits.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Brown and 6 co-sponsors

Overview: SB 995 is a bill that amends the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act to further provide for prize limits.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update the regulations go

Re-committed to Community, Economic & Recreational Development
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Bill Summary · SB 995

Overview: SB 995 is a bill that amends the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act to further provide for prize limits.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to update the regulations governing small games of chance, such as raffles and pull-tabs, operated by nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania. The intent is to ensure these games remain within appropriate limits and do not become a source of excessive gambling.

Key Provisions:
- Increases the maximum prize limit for small games of chance from $500 to $1,000
- Adjusts the aggregate prize limit for a single event from $5,000 to $10,000
- Requires organizations to maintain detailed records of small games of chance operations

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Nonprofit organizations, such as charities and fraternal groups, that operate small games of chance
- Participants in small games of chance, who may see changes in prize amounts
- Regulators and law enforcement responsible for overseeing small games of chance

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been re-committed to the Community, Economic & Recreational Development Committee for further consideration
- If passed, the new prize limits and record-keeping requirements would take effect immediately

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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