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SB557Introduced in the Senate

Gaming - Definition of "Own" - Alterations

EngrossedHouse Ways and Means

Introduced by Pamela Beidle, District 32

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Altering the definition of "own" for purposes of certain provisions of law governing the operation of video lottery facilities and the conduct of sports wagering to exclude certain non-voting interests in the property or business of an applicant or licensee under certain circumstances.

Where it stands

Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.

March 25, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Third Reading Passed · March 19, 2026

45

Yes

0

No

2

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Bill history

  1. First Reading Budget and Taxation

  2. Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.

  3. Favorable with Amendments Report by Budget and Taxation

  4. Favorable with Amendments {143824/1

  5. Motion Special Order until Later Today (Senator King) Adopted

  6. Favorable with Amendments {143824/1 Adopted

  7. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

  8. Third Reading Passed (45-0)

  9. Referred Ways and Means

  10. Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.

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