The bill amends South Dakota law regarding the placement of video lottery machines in licensed establishments. It increases 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 are restricted to individuals who are twenty-one years of age or older.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the entrance to areas containing video lottery machines must display a sign indicating that access is restricted to persons twenty-one years or 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. These changes aim to enhance regulatory clarity and ensure compliance with age restrictions in establishments that offer video lottery gaming.

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