Pennsylvania
Board Approves Regulations
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control
Board today unanimously approved a series of
regulations governing the movement and possession
of slot machines; ownership of gaming licenses;
and "junkets," a gaming industry promotional
practice. The regulations will be available
in their entirety on the Board's Web site.
"With
every set of regulations we pass, we come closer
to the day when expanded gaming can begin in
the Commonwealth and the people of Pennsylvania
can begin to benefit from its presence,"
said Chairman Tad Decker. "Our number-one
goal remains protecting the people of Pennsylvania
by licensing only viable, reputable operators
who will bring safe, enjoyable and profitable
facilities to the state."
Under
Act 71 of 2004, the Gaming Control Board is
responsible for licensing 14 slots-gaming facilities
across the state, including seven at licensed
horseracing tracks, five standalone locations
and two resort locations.
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