The bill CS/HB 1467 amends various sections of Florida Statutes concerning gambling regulations and the Florida Gaming Control Commission. Key provisions include the requirement for the commission to produce an annual report on investigations and complaints, as well as new employment restrictions for commission members, prohibiting them from engaging with regulated entities for two years post-service. The bill also introduces a new process for veterans' service organizations to obtain declaratory statements regarding the legality of amusement games, ensuring compliance with existing laws. Additionally, it revises tax structures for intertrack wagering and establishes penalties for illegal gambling activities, including a tiered fine structure for violations related to slot machines.

Furthermore, the bill enhances penalties for various gambling-related offenses, classifying activities such as trafficking in slot machines as a first-degree felony. It also modifies definitions related to gambling and removes certain references from the definitions of unlawful debt. The legislation aims to strengthen oversight and regulation of gambling activities in Florida, ensuring the integrity of the Florida Gaming Control Commission while providing clearer guidelines for legal gaming operations. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1467 Filed: 550.002, 550.09512, 550.09515, 838.12, 849.01, 849.02, 849.03, 849.11, 849.13, 849.14, 849.15, 849.23, 895.02
H 1467 c1: 550.002, 550.01215, 550.0351, 550.0951, 550.09512, 550.09515, 550.2614, 550.26165, 550.2633, 550.26352, 550.3345, 550.475, 838.12, 849.01, 849.02, 849.03, 849.08, 849.11, 849.13, 849.14, 849.15, 849.23, 895.02
H 1467 e1: 550.002, 550.01215, 550.0351, 550.0951, 550.09512, 550.09515, 550.2614, 550.26165, 550.2633, 550.26352, 550.3345, 550.475, 838.12, 849.01, 849.02, 849.03, 849.08, 849.11, 849.13, 849.14, 849.15, 849.23, 895.02