Bill
A 6099
Bill A 6099 allows bowling alleys to offer video gaming, ensuring areas for gaming are separate from those accessible to patrons under 21, promoting responsible gaming.
Bill Number: A 6099
Title: Authorizing licensing of bowling establishments to offer video gaming if structure allows for segregated areas from patrons under 21 years of age
Status: Referred to Racing and Wagering
Introduced: February 26, 2025
Classification: Bill
Bill A 6099 aims to authorize bowling establishments to obtain licenses that would allow them to offer video gaming services. The primary intent is to create a regulated environment where video gaming can coexist with bowling activities while ensuring that minors (individuals under 21 years of age) are not exposed to gaming activities.
Licensing for Bowling Establishments: The bill permits bowling alleys to apply for licenses to operate video gaming machines.
Segregated Areas Requirement: Establishments must ensure that the areas designated for video gaming are physically separated from areas accessible to patrons under 21 years of age. This is to maintain compliance with age restrictions and promote responsible gaming practices.
Regulatory Oversight: The bill likely includes provisions for regulatory oversight to ensure that establishments adhere to the licensing requirements and maintain the segregation of gaming areas.
Bowling Establishments: This bill directly impacts bowling alleys, providing them with new revenue opportunities through video gaming.
Patrons: The legislation affects patrons of bowling establishments, particularly those under 21, by ensuring they are not exposed to video gaming environments.
State Regulatory Bodies: The bill will involve state agencies responsible for licensing and regulating gaming activities, requiring them to establish guidelines and oversight mechanisms.
Current Status: As of February 26, 2025, the bill has been referred to the Racing and Wagering Committee for further consideration.
Related Legislation: This bill is part of a broader legislative context, with several related bills from prior sessions (A 2034, A 4617, A 3423, A 3544, A 891, A 3981, A 3567, A 6918, A 3084) that may address similar issues or provide insights into the legislative intent regarding gaming and recreational establishments.
Bill A 6099 represents a significant step towards modernizing the offerings of bowling establishments by allowing them to incorporate video gaming, provided they adhere to strict regulations regarding age segregation. The bill's progress through the legislative process will be closely monitored, especially by stakeholders in the bowling and gaming industries.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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