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SB 823

An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in revenues, further providing for transfers from State Gaming Fund.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Boscola and 10 co-sponsors

SB 823 restructures how Pennsylvania's State Gaming Fund distributes revenue from gaming operations among state programs and accounts.

Referred to Community, Economic & Recreational Development
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Bill Summary · SB 823

Legislative bill overview

SB 823 modifies Pennsylvania's State Gaming Fund transfer provisions under Title 4 (Amusements). The bill adjusts how revenues generated from gaming operations are distributed or allocated among state programs and accounts. The specific mechanisms and destinations of these transfers would be detailed in the full bill text.

Why is this important

Gaming fund transfers support various state priorities including education, infrastructure, local governments, and problem gambling services. Changes to transfer mechanisms directly affect how hundreds of millions in annual gaming revenue are distributed, impacting state budgets and funded programs. This touches both fiscal policy and stakeholder interests across gaming, education, and municipal sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Fund allocation priorities: Different stakeholders (educators, municipalities, problem gambling advocates) may compete for increased funding allocations from gaming revenues
  • Casino industry impact: Changes to transfer amounts could affect operator profitability, employment, and competitive positioning between Pennsylvania casinos
  • Local government distribution: Questions about whether transfers adequately support host communities and local property tax relief, a key rationale for gaming legalization

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

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