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SB 860

Gaming: bingo.

2025-2026 Regular Session

SB 860 modifies California's bingo gaming regulations, now law, affecting charitable organizations' and tribes' ability to operate fundraising bingo operations.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 76, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SB 860

Legislative bill overview

SB 860 modifies California's gaming regulations specifically governing bingo operations. The bill has been signed into law and establishes new rules or amendments to existing bingo licensing, conduct, or prize structures in the state.

Why is this important

Bingo operations generate revenue for charitable organizations, nonprofits, and tribal entities in California. Changes to bingo regulations directly affect how these organizations can operate their fundraising activities and what prizes or conditions they can offer participants.

Potential points of contention

  • Charitable impact: Any restrictions on bingo operations or prize distributions could reduce fundraising revenue for nonprofits and community organizations that rely on these games
  • Regulatory compliance costs: New requirements or licensing changes may impose administrative or financial burdens on small organizations operating bingo games
  • Tribal gaming concerns: Amendments could affect tribal sovereignty or tribal gaming enterprises if they operate bingo programs under different regulatory frameworks

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

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