An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in games of chance, further providing for prize limits, providing for raffle prize limits and further providing for licensing of eligible organizations and for special permits; and, in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.

Summary

The bill amends Pennsylvania's Local Option Small Games of Chance Act to increase the maximum individual prize to $3,000 and the weekly aggregate prize limit to $50,000 for licensed eligible organizations. It also raises raffle prize caps, allowing up to $5,000 per raffle and $30,000 in raffle prizes per month, and creates faster, more flexible licensing options. These changes aim to give community groups more fundraising ability while keeping regulatory oversight.

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