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SB 169

An Act making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the restricted revenue accounts within the Fantasy Contest Fund and Video Gaming Fund to the Attorney General, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Martin

SB 169 allocates Pennsylvania gaming tax revenues to four state agencies for 2025-2026 fiscal year enforcement and regulation, with specific amounts undisclosed in available bill text.

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Bill Summary · SB 169

Legislative bill overview

SB 169 appropriates funds from Pennsylvania's gaming-related revenue accounts (State Gaming Fund, Fantasy Contest Fund, and Video Gaming Fund) to four state agencies for fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill allocates money to the Attorney General, Department of Revenue, Pennsylvania State Police, and Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, while also covering unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year.

Why is this important

Gaming tax revenues fund essential state enforcement and regulatory functions that oversee a multi-billion dollar industry. These appropriations determine whether agencies can adequately staff compliance operations, investigate fraud and illegal gaming, and maintain oversight infrastructure. The specific allocation amounts directly affect regulatory capacity and tax collection effectiveness.

Potential points of contention

  • Allocation transparency: The bill text provides no specific dollar amounts, making it difficult for legislators and the public to assess whether funding matches agency needs or reflects policy priorities
  • Gaming expansion accountability: As fantasy sports and video gaming grow in Pennsylvania, questions arise about whether appropriated funds are sufficient for emerging regulatory challenges and consumer protection
  • Inter-agency funding balance: The distribution across four different agencies may create competition for limited gaming revenues, with unclear criteria for determining each agency's share

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

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