House Bill No. by Representative Bryant aims to enhance the framework for charitable gaming in Louisiana, particularly focusing on children's charities. The bill amends existing laws to define "children's charity" and allows these organizations to conduct charitable raffles, bingo, and keno. It prohibits municipalities and parishes from denying or revoking licenses for these charities, ensuring they can operate without local restrictions. Additionally, children's charities are granted the ability to hold consecutive eight-hour gaming sessions within a 24-hour period and are exempt from local taxes and permitting requirements, except for sales on tangible products.

The bill also introduces a new crime related to the theft of bingo proceeds, establishing that employees convicted of stealing $2,500 or more in gaming proceeds will face imprisonment and be required to return the stolen funds. Furthermore, it outlines the conditions under which commercial hall owners may face license revocation for breaching contracts with or illegally evicting charitable organizations. The Louisiana Law Institute is tasked with renumbering definitions and correcting cross-references in the relevant statutes.

Statutes affected:
HB315 Original: 4:703(9), 4:706(A)