This bill amends Minnesota gambling laws to increase the limitations on electronic pull-tab and electronic bingo devices. It allows for electronic pull-tab games and electronic bingo games to be played simultaneously on the same device, with each player limited to one of each type of device at a time if the technology does not support simultaneous play. The maximum bet and prize awards for electronic pull-tab games are also increased, with specific prize limits set for different denominations of electronic pull-tabs.
Key amendments include the removal of previous restrictions on the number of electronic devices allowed at certain premises, now allowing for more flexibility in device usage based on seating capacity. Additionally, new provisions establish maximum prize amounts for electronic pull-tabs, with a cap on cumulative or carryover prizes. The bill aims to modernize and enhance the gaming experience while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Statutes affected: Introduction: 349.17, 349.1721, 349.211