HB204

Revise gambling laws related gambling addiction

Failed·5/20/25
Introduced Text

Montana HB204 revises gambling laws to mandate information about gambling addiction on video gambling machines.

Montana HB204 amends gambling laws to require video gambling machines to display information about gambling addiction, including resources and contact details for help organizations. The information must be visible and legible while the machine is in use. The bill also outlines the state's public policy on gambling, emphasizing the need for a fair and regulated industry, protection from unscrupulous practices, and safeguarding the public's health and welfare. The changes apply to video gambling machines for public use starting October 1, 2025.

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Roll Call Votes

(H) Business and Labor--To Table

12 Yea

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8 Nay

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Calendar

Jan 20, 2025

11:00 AM

House Business and Labor Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Mar 12, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal

Jan 21, 2025

House

(H) Tabled in Committee (H) Business and Labor