This bill amends Alaska's gaming laws to facilitate gaming activities on vessels of the Alaska marine highway system, introducing a new annual permit fee of $10,000 for such activities. It modifies local government notification requirements regarding gaming permits, allowing protests based on qualifications rather than prior notification. The bill also regulates electronic pull-tab systems, establishes new reporting requirements for operators and permittees, and enhances the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities' authority to investigate gaming operations. Additionally, it streamlines the regulatory framework for gaming in Alaska while ensuring compliance with state laws for charitable gaming.

The legislation further increases monetary limits for bingo and pull-tab games, raising the monthly prize limit for municipalities or qualified organizations from $20,000 to $40,000 and the annual limit from $240,000 to $480,000. It allows for prizes up to $10,000 in a single bingo session and a top prize of $2,500 in a bingo game, while introducing provisions for progressive bingo games that do not count towards prize limitations. The bill also sets regulations for pull-tab manufacturers and distributors, including restrictions on gifts and compensation, and mandates that electronic pull-tab systems adhere to strict security protocols. Overall, the bill aims to modernize and enhance the regulatory framework for gaming activities in Alaska, ensuring responsible practices and compliance.

Statutes affected:
HB0386A, AM HB 386, introduced 04/13/2026: 05.15.020, 05.15.310, 05.15.030, 05.15.060, 05.15.100, 05.15.640, 05.15.070, 05.15.080, 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, 05.15.181, 05.15.183, 05.15.186, 05.15.185, 05.15.187, 05.15.188, 04.11.370, 05.15.120, 05.15.320, 05.15.300, 05.15.330, 05.15.690, 05.15.184, 05.15.160, 39.52.960, 19.05.040, 19.65.060, 19.65.050, 37.25.010, 05.15.150