In the near future, we plan to introduce comprehensive legislation to regulate skill games and generate immediate and necessary revenue for the Commonwealth.

Pennsylvania courts have determined “skill games” are games in which players’ skill determines the outcome. Because outcomes are not determined by chance, skill games are not subject to the Pennsylvania Gaming Act. This determination means skill games are unregulated, untaxed, and do not support critical infrastructure in Pennsylvania.

Our legislation will establish a $500 monthly fee per skill game terminal and limit the total number of skill game terminals to 50,000 statewide. These monthly fees will generate $300 million annually for the Commonwealth. In addition, this legislation will enable local governments to promulgate rules with respect to health and safety standards governing establishments where skill games are located.

We hope you will join us in co-sponsoring this important legislation.