Regulation of Video Gaming Terminals.

HB 999 establishes a regulatory framework for video gaming terminals in North Carolina, authorizing their operation under the State Lottery Commission. It directly affects licensed businesses (video gaming merchants) holding on- or off-premises ABC permits (e.g., bars, restaurants), requiring them to partner with licensed operators to place terminals. Key provisions include restricting terminals to locations over 1,000 feet from schools/churches, limiting operators to three terminals per location (with potential increases based on revenue), mandating real-time central monitoring, and requiring terminals to be in plain view with surveillance. Revenue from terminals (net machine revenue) allocates 32% to the Commission, with all terminals needing valid permits and compliance with security standards.