This bill amends Title 4 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically focusing on the definitions and powers of the board related to gaming and fantasy contests. Key changes include a revised definition of "applicant," which now refers to individuals seeking registration or various credentials issued by the board, rather than merely permission to engage in regulated activities. Additionally, the bill introduces comprehensive requirements for criminal history record checks for individuals involved in gaming-related activities, including prospective employees, independent contractors, and applicants.

The bill mandates that these individuals submit full sets of fingerprints to the Pennsylvania State Police, who will check these against their central repository and submit them to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for further verification. The results of these checks will be forwarded to the board solely for determining eligibility for the requested credentials, with strict provisions preventing the dissemination of this information to other entities. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the integrity of gaming-related activities in Pennsylvania through more rigorous background checks and clearer definitions of involved parties.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 2009 (Jun 24, 2025): 4-302