The bill amends South Dakota law regarding the placement of video lottery machines in licensed establishments. It changes the maximum number of video lottery machines allowed from ten to fifteen. Additionally, it clarifies that the placement of these machines is subject to the rules set by the commission and specifies that establishments such as bars or lounges with an on-sale license must restrict access to individuals twenty-one years of age or older.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the entrance to areas with video lottery machines must display a sign indicating that access is restricted to those twenty-one and older. It also allows individuals under the age of twenty-one to enter these areas only if they are accompanied by a parent, guardian, or spouse who is at least twenty-one years old. This amendment aims to enhance the regulation of video lottery machines while ensuring that access is appropriately restricted to minors.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 02/05/2025: 42-7A-44