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A 7475

Relates to electronic bell jar vending machines

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Marianne Buttenschon and 6 co-sponsors

Regulates electronic bell jar vending machines, establishing licensing, placement rules, access controls, safety standards, and related fees for operators and venues.

SUBSTITUTED BY S6351B
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Bill Summary · A 7475

Summary — A.7475 (Relates to electronic bell jar vending machines)

Status: Substituted by S6351B
Introduced: March 28, 2025
Latest recorded actions: Reported and ordered to third reading; substituted by S6351B (June 13, 2025)

Note: The full bill text is not provided here. This summary is based on the bill title, bill history, committee referrals, and standard legislative practice for bills that regulate vending or gaming-related devices. Where the bill text is not available, I identify likely subject areas and impacts rather than asserting specifics.

Purpose / Intent

A.7475 is titled as relating to "electronic bell jar vending machines." The bill appears aimed at creating or modifying rules governing the sale, placement, operation, or regulation of electronic vending devices commonly described as bell jar vending machines. Given its referrals (Racing and Wagering; Codes; Ways and Means), the bill likely addresses regulatory, legal, and fiscal aspects of these machines.

Procedural history (key dates)

  • 2025-03-28: Referred to Racing and Wagering Committee after introduction.
  • 2025-05-16: Amended and recommitted to Racing and Wagering (print number 7475A).
  • 2025-05-20 & 2025-06-06: Reported and recommitted to Codes; print number 7475B issued (amend and recommit to Codes).
  • 2025-06-09: Reported and referred to Ways and Means.
  • 2025-06-12 to 06-13: Reported and referred to Rules; ordered to third reading; on 2025-06-13 substituted by S6351B (Senate companion amended/substitute).

Key provisions likely addressed (based on title and referral pattern)

Because the bill text is not included, the following is a summary of commonly regulated elements such legislation typically addresses:
- Definitions: defining "electronic bell jar vending machine" and related terms (operator, owner, location).
- Licensing/Permits: requirements for manufacturers, distributors, owners, and operators to obtain licenses or permits.
- Location and placement restrictions: where devices may be situated (e.g., adult-only locations, arcades, retail stores).
- Age and access controls: measures to prevent underage use if devices are akin to gaming or prize machines.
- Technical standards and safety: hardware, software, and electrical safety standards; anti-tampering requirements.
- Recordkeeping and reporting: financial reporting, device inventories, and operational audits to regulators.
- Taxation and fees: establishment of excise taxes, license fees, or revenue-share obligations (referral to Ways and Means suggests fiscal components).
- Enforcement and penalties: civil or criminal penalties for noncompliance, seizure authority, and administrative sanctions.

Who would be affected

  • Operators and owners of electronic bell jar vending machines (existing and prospective).
  • Manufacturers and distributors of such machines.
  • Retailers and venue owners who host these devices.
  • State regulatory agencies (likely agencies overseeing gaming, consumer protection, and revenue).
  • Consumers, particularly if access restrictions, prize rules, or age limits are imposed.
  • Municipalities/local governments if local placement or zoning is affected.

Fiscal & regulatory impact

  • Potential new revenue streams (license fees, taxes) or administrative costs for enforcement.
  • Compliance costs for businesses (licensing, technical upgrades, reporting).
  • Without the bill text, specific dollar amounts or revenue estimates are unavailable; the Ways and Means referral indicates fiscal considerations were or will be assessed.

Related legislation

  • Companion: S.6351 / S6351B (substitute)
  • Prior-session/related bills listed: A4697, A1425, A4813, A2303, A932, A4669, A10199 — indicates similar topics have been considered previously.

Next steps / current posture

As of June 13, 2025, A.7475 was substituted by S6351B. For the final content and enforceable provisions, consult the text of S6351B (the substituted Senate version) or the latest enacted bill language. Stakeholders should monitor Rules calendar and Ways and Means analyses for fiscal notes and final amendment text.

If you would like, I can:
- Retrieve and summarize the full text of S6351B (substitute) if available.
- Produce a comparison between A.7475 (as introduced) and S6351B.

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