The bill amends Section 100 of P.L.1977, c.110 (C.5:12-100) to prohibit casino licensees from conducting non-wagering casino games that offer rewards for participation or encourage future wagering activities. It specifically targets games that replicate traditional casino experiences without requiring an initial monetary investment. Additionally, the bill establishes that casino licensees cannot exchange or redeem gaming chips for anything other than designated forms of currency or vouchers, thereby ensuring that all transactions adhere to regulated standards.

Moreover, the bill introduces regulations regarding the acceptance of tips and gratuities by casino dealers, allowing them to accept tips that must be deposited in a designated lockbox unless authorized through an automated wagering system. It mandates that tips be pooled and distributed among dealers based on their hours worked, with specific provisions for poker dealers. The legislation also defines "non-wagering casino games" and aims to prevent practices that could attract underage players, thereby protecting vulnerable participants from potential exploitation in the gaming environment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5:12-100