Senate Bill No. proposes amendments to the laws governing video gambling machine prizes in Montana. The bill seeks to increase the maximum amount that can be played on a video gambling machine from $2 to $4 and raises the limit for awarding free games or credits from $800 to $1,199. These changes are intended to enhance the gaming experience and potentially increase revenue for operators. The specific section of the Montana Code Annotated being amended is Section 23-5-608, which outlines limitations on the amount of money played and the value of prizes.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for a delayed effective date, with the new regulations set to take effect on January 1, 2026. It also specifies that the new rules will apply only to video gambling machine games that are placed into operation on or after this date. This approach allows for a transition period for operators and ensures that the updated limits are implemented uniformly across the state.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 23-5-608
SB0153_1(1): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(2): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(3): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(4): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(5): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(6): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(7): 23-5-608
SB0153_1(8): 23-5-608
SB0153_1: 23-5-608