SF0044

Gambling amendments.

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Wyoming SF0044 amends gambling laws by clarifying exceptions and defining terms.

Wyoming SF0044 amends gambling laws by refining exceptions to the offense of gambling. It defines "gambling" as risking property for gain contingent on chance. It also introduces the term "bona fide social relationship," specifying that gambling is not allowed in relationships formed for gambling purposes. The bill exempts certain activities from gambling laws, including those incidental to genuine social relationships, private transactions, and charitable raffles. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026.

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Roll Call Votes

58 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 26

8:00 AM

House Revenue

Feb 13

12:00 AM

Senate Revenue

History

Mar 6

Governor Signed SEA No. 0038

Mar 6

Assigned Chapter Number 51

Mar 3

House

3rd Reading:Passed 58-0-4-0-0