S2918Introduced in the Senate
Allows nonprofit organizations to participate in permitted games of chance upon registering with the state police on an annual basis. The nonprofit would be exempt from any required background checks by local law enforcement.
Introduced by Brian Thompson, District 20
What does this bill do?
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Official description
CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- GAMBLING AND LOTTERIES - Allows nonprofit organizations to participate in permitted games of chance upon registering with the state police on an annual basis. The nonprofit would be exempt from any required background checks by local law enforcement.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
March 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Labor & Gaming: Be held for further study · March 18, 2026
7
Yes
0
No
2
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| Stefano Famiglietti | 4 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Ryan Pearson | 19 | Absent |
| Brian Thompson | 20 | Yes |
| Jessica de la Cruz | 23 | Yes |
| Andrew Dimitri | 25 | Yes |
| Todd Patalano | 26 | Absent |
| Lammis Vargas | 28 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Labor and Gaming
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
Meeting postponed (03/11/2026)
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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