3/29/17
by News Department on 03/29/17Video Gambling could be coming to PA...
Pennsylvania legislators are considering allowing private clubs, bars, and bowling alleys, to have video gambling.
A new bill in Harrisburg would also legalize and regulate games that are being operated illegally now.
Lawmakers say there are roughly 15,000 illegal gambling machines across Pennsylvania, and the state is losing out on millions of dollars.
The bills would limit bars and clubs to five machines with a $5 maximum bet and a $1,000 daily limit. Rest stops are also included in the bill, but they would be allowed 10 machines. This is just part of an overall gaming bill that will come out with the budget in June. There is also talk of online gaming in the state.
The revenue would benefit state emergency services, opiod treatment and gambling addiction.
