HB1272

Electronic gaming devices; regulation, penalties, sunset.

Chamber Passed·2/16/26

Virginia HB1272 regulates skill game machines, including licensing, operation, and penalties for violations.

Virginia HB1272 establishes regulations for skill game machines, requiring licenses for distributors, operators, and establishments. It prohibits underage play and operation in unregulated locations, with penalties for violations. The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority oversees licensing, certification, and enforcement. Revenue from gaming taxes funds the Virginia Small Business Economic Development Fund and other specified allocations. The bill also outlines procedures for a voluntary exclusion program for problem gamblers.

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  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 35–4 · Mar 14
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

24 Yea

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15 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 3

9:30 AM

Senate Finance and Appropriations Hearing

Feb 25

7:00 PM

Senate General Laws and Technology Hearing

History

Mar 14

House

Fiscal Impact statement From VCSC (3/14/2026 12:35 pm)

Mar 14

Conference Report released

Mar 14

House

Conference report rejected by House (42-Y 52-N 1-A)