Modifies provisions related to gaming

HB 2901 modifies the Missouri gaming laws by establishing new definitions for key terms used in the state's gaming regulations. The bill clarifies how the state distinguishes between games of chance and games of skill, such as poker or blackjack, and outlines the process for the Missouri Gaming Commission to approve additional skill-based games upon request. It also sets specific rules for how the commission must conduct hearings, including public notice requirements and the burden of proof that applicants must meet to demonstrate a game is a game of skill. These changes directly affect casino operators, boat gambling licensees, and the regulatory commission by providing clearer guidelines for licensing and game approval.