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 and providing for online raffles by fire companies; and, in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.

Summary

The bill updates Pennsylvania’s Local Option Small Games of Chance Act by establishing maximum prize amounts, permitting fire companies to run raffles online, and specifying how clubs must distribute raffle proceeds. It affects fire departments that hold raffles, licensed clubs that run games of chance, and the state agencies that oversee these activities. The changes aim to modernize fundraising rules and ensure consistent handling of winnings.

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