The "Revised Game of Skill Machines Consumer Protections Amendment Act of 2025" aims to amend Title 25 of the District of Columbia Official Code to authorize, define, and regulate games of skill. The bill requires that any licensee under specific manufacturer or retailer licenses must obtain a game of skill machine endorsement from the Board to offer such machines on their premises. Additionally, it stipulates that these machines cannot be placed in outdoor public or private spaces unless certain conditions are met, such as being not visible from public areas and secured against unauthorized access.
Furthermore, the bill amends Title 36 to align the authority of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Administration (ABCA) with the new regulations regarding games of skill. It includes provisions for a centralized accounting system for these machines, which will be linked to a communications network for monitoring and compliance purposes. The amendments also replace references to the "Office" with "ABCA" in various sections, ensuring that the ABCA is the governing body for the oversight of these games. The act will take effect after approval by the Mayor and a congressional review period.