An Act relative to supporting veterans organizations
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to allow certain veterans organizations to benefit from video gaming activities. It proposes a mechanism for these organizations to receive revenue generated from video gaming licenses. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies and subsequently reported favorably. It is currently awaiting consideration by the House Ways and Means Committee.
Key provisions
- Authorizes veterans organizations to receive revenue from video gaming licenses.
- Specifies the types of veterans organizations eligible to participate.
- Details the process for distributing gaming revenue to these organizations.
- Requires the Gaming Commission to oversee the implementation of this revenue sharing program.
- Establishes a reporting requirement for the participating organizations.
Who is affected
- Veterans Organizations
- The Gaming Commission
- Video Gaming Operators
- Massachusetts Residents
- State Government
Notable changes
- Introduces a new revenue stream for veterans organizations through video gaming.
- Potentially alters the distribution of gaming revenue within the state.
- Requires the Gaming Commission to establish guidelines for the program.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Kathleen R. LaNatra
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