HB 8186·RI·house
AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- VIDEO LOTTERY, GAMES, TABLE GAMES AND SPORTS WAGERING
IntroducedFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Dawson
Latest Action
04/29/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Apr 29, 2026
Summary
HB 8186 amends several sections of Chapter 42‑61.2 to clarify terms such as “iGaming,” “casino gaming,” “credit facilitator,” and the names of specific facilities. The changes affect the state lottery division, licensed video‑lottery retailers, online gaming vendors, and the two existing gaming facilities in Lincoln and Tiverton. By standardizing language, the bill aims to support consistent regulation of both land‑based and online gambling activities.
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