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 holding a manufacturer's license class A or B, or an on-premises retailer's license, must obtain a game of skill machine endorsement from the Board to offer such machines on their premises. Additionally, the bill stipulates that game of skill machines cannot be placed in outdoor public or private spaces unless permitted by the Board under specific conditions, such as ensuring the machines are not visible from public areas and are secured against unauthorized access.
Furthermore, the bill amends Title 36 to align the new authority of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Administration (ABCA) with the Code. It includes several amendments to existing sections, such as replacing the term "Office" with "ABCA" in multiple instances to clarify the regulatory authority. The bill also mandates the establishment of a centralized accounting system for games of skill machines, which will be linked to a communications network for monitoring and compliance purposes. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is tasked with amending existing rules regarding skill games to implement these new provisions effectively.