VIDEO GAMING-AMUSEMENT PURPOSE
Summary
Amends the Video Gaming Act. Removes language that exempts video gaming terminals that are operated for amusement only from the licensure requirement under the Act. Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Includes within the definition of "gambling device" a coin-in-the-slot operated mechanical device played for amusement that plays, emulates, or simulates a casino game, slot machine, bingo, or keno. Effective immediately.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Oct 2009
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Oct 13, 2009
Last action Jan 11, 2011
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Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Jan 11, 2011
House · Failed
Session Sine Die
Oct 13, 2009
House · Referred to committee
Referred to Rules Committee
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
Co
Jack D. Franks
DDemocratic
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