B 26-0041 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends DC law to regulate "games of skill" machines (e.g., skill-based arcade games) operated by licensed businesses. It requires operators with specific licenses (like Class A/B manufacturers or certain retailers) to obtain an endorsement from the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) before offering these machines. The bill also restricts outdoor placement of such machines unless they meet three conditions: not visible from streets/sidewalks, secured against unauthorized access, and accessible only to patrons inside the establishment. Additionally, it mandates a centralized accounting system linking all machines to a network for District monitoring, reporting, and remote activation/deactivation. These changes primarily affect businesses holding retail or manufacturer licenses that operate skill-based gaming machines.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 13, 2025 Last action Jan 9, 2026
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Jan 9, 2026
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Re-Referral published.
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Jan 6, 2026
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Re-Referred to Committee of the Whole
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Jan 21, 2025
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Referred to Committee on Business and Economic Development
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Jan 13, 2025
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B26-0041 Introduced by Councilmember McDuffie at Office of the Secretary
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