This bill amends various sections of Alaska's gaming laws, particularly focusing on bingo, pull-tabs, and electronic pull-tab systems. It removes the requirement for applicants to notify local governments about permit applications and eliminates the need for local government resolutions to protest activities based on qualifications. New provisions are introduced for the department to investigate gaming operations and administer civil penalties for violations. The bill also allows operators to pool permit holders and share gaming income, raises maximum prize limits for various gaming activities, and establishes regulations for electronic pull-tab activities, including the issuance of endorsements for operators.

Additionally, the bill updates definitions and clarifications related to charitable gaming activities, particularly for electronic pull-tab games, and allows permit holders to conduct raffles and lotteries online. It makes several deletions from existing law, including the prohibition on using broadcasting to promote charitable gaming activities, except for specific events. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, with certain provisions becoming effective on January 1, 2031. Overall, the bill aims to modernize and streamline the regulatory framework for gaming in Alaska while enhancing revenue generation through increased prize limits and electronic gaming options.

Statutes affected:
SB0170A, AM SB 170, introduced 04/11/2025: 05.15.030, 05.15.070, 05.15.083, 05.15.087, 05.15.105, 05.15.115, 05.15.122, 05.15.128, 05.15.165, 05.15.170, 05.15.180, 05.15.100, 05.15.181, 05.15.183, 05.15.186, 05.15.185, 05.15.187, 05.15.080, 05.15.188, 04.11.370, 05.15.640, 05.15.690, 05.15.184, 05.15.020, 05.15.160, 39.52.960, 05.15.060, 05.15.150