This bill amends the operational rules and definitions related to "carry-over coverall" bingo games. Specifically, it changes the criteria for awarding a prize by adjusting the maximum number of balls from 50 to 49. If no player achieves a coverall within 49 balls, all remaining funds after prize payouts will be rolled over to future game dates, rather than the prize simply accumulating. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that allow for approved game patterns to be played during the carry-over game and establishes a second chance coverall with predetermined prizes from the accumulated carry-over.

The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and is expected to have a fiscal impact of less than $10,000 for each fiscal year from 2025 to 2028. The Lottery Commission has been contacted regarding the implications of this legislation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 287-E:1, 287-E:7
As Amended by the Senate: 287-E:1, 287-E:7