The Gaming Control Appropriation Act of 2026 proposes appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts of the State Gaming Fund, Fantasy Contest Fund, and Video Gaming Fund for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and for settling unpaid bills from the previous fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill allocates specific amounts to various agencies, including the Attorney General, Department of Revenue, Pennsylvania State Police, and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, for their salaries, wages, and necessary expenses related to gaming operations. Notably, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is set to receive a total of $63,557,000 from the State Gaming Fund, which includes $8,250,000 from fees and revenues collected by the board.

Additionally, the bill outlines appropriations from the Fantasy Contest Fund and Video Gaming Fund, with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board receiving $280,000 and $475,000 respectively for their operations related to amusements and gaming. The Department of Revenue is also allocated funds for both gaming and skill games operations, totaling $25,250,000. Importantly, the act prohibits any transfers of funds within or between the appropriations in the specified parts, ensuring that the allocated amounts are strictly used for their intended purposes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, or immediately, whichever is later.