GAMBLING/VIDEO POKER: Provides for a local option gaming election on the operation of video draw poker devices in Claiborne Parish (OR INCREASE LF EX See Note)

HB 147 authorizes Claiborne Parish to hold a local election on whether to allow video draw poker machines (commonly called video poker) within the parish. The bill requires the parish government to call a vote, with results determining if video poker can operate under existing state law or be prohibited. If a majority votes "yes," video poker may be operated; if "no," it is banned and no licenses will be issued. The election must occur 45-180 days after the parish passes an ordinance, and the parish bears all costs. This is a one-time local voting mechanism, not a direct change to gambling laws.