Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB430

Introduced
3/14/23  

Caption

In club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.

Impact

The introduction of SB430 is expected to have several implications for state laws governing alcohol and club activities. By addressing the distribution of proceeds, the bill could lead to a clearer understanding for club licensees on how funds can be utilized. This clarification may reduce legal ambiguities that clubs currently face, potentially leading to a smoother operation for these businesses in the context of state liquor laws. Furthermore, it may encourage more organized fundraising activities by clubs, enhancing community engagement while still complying with legal standards.

Summary

SB430 specifically addresses the regulation of club licensees and the distribution of proceeds from events held by these establishments. The bill aims to clarify and modify existing laws regarding how clubs that serve alcohol can allocate funds raised during events. This is particularly relevant for social clubs and organizations that operate under club licenses, enabling them to operate within a more defined legal framework while still adhering to state laws governing alcohol distribution and usage.

Sentiment

General sentiment towards SB430 appears to be supportive among club operators and organizations that rely on these types of licenses for fundraising. Many stakeholders see the bill as an opportunity to enhance clarity in the regulations that govern their operations. However, there exists a level of caution among some legislators and advocacy groups who are wary of potential misinterpretation of the bill’s provisions, which could undermine regulatory oversight or lead to misuse of proceeds.

Contention

Notable points of contention regarding SB430 include concerns about ensuring that the distribution of proceeds remains transparent and accountable. Critics may argue that while the bill aims to provide clarity, it may also lend itself to ambiguous interpretations that could allow for unscrupulous practices related to fund allocation. Ensuring robust accountability measures within the bill's framework is likely to be a critical discussion point as it progresses through the legislative process.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB465

In club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.

PA HB1797

In games of chance, further providing for prize limits, providing for raffle prize limits and further providing for licensing of eligible organizations and for special permits; and, in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.

PA SB1263

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in games of chance, further providing for prize limits, for sales limited, for distributor licenses, for registration of manufacturers and for regulations of department; in club licensees, further providing for club licensee and for distribution of proceeds; in enforcement, further providing for revocation of licenses, for local option and for advertising; in tavern gaming, further providing for licenses, for application, for approval, for prize limits, for distribution of net revenue, for tavern games tax, for invoice, for reports and for enforcement.

PA HB1050

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in games of chance, further providing for prize limits and for sales limited, providing for pull-tab deals, further providing for distributor licenses, for registration of manufacturers, for regulations of department and for licensing of eligible organizations; in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds; and, in enforcement, further providing for revocation of licenses and providing for other penalties.

PA SB450

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in games of chance, providing for payment and further providing for prize limits, for sales limited, for distributor licenses, for registration of manufacturers and for regulations of department; in club licensees, further providing for club licensee and for distribution of proceeds; in enforcement, further providing for revocation of licenses and for local option and repealing provisions relating to advertising; in tavern gaming, further providing for licenses, for application, for approval, for prize limits, for distribution of net revenue, for tavern games tax, for invoice, for reports and for enforcement.

PA HB2444

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in games of chance, further providing for prize limits and for sales limited, providing for pull-tab deals, further providing for distributor licenses, for registration of manufacturers, for regulations of department and for licensing of eligible organizations; in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds; and, in enforcement, further providing for revocation of licenses and providing for other penalties and for licensed eligible organizations subject to audit by Auditor General.

PA HB2164

In tavern gaming, further providing for definitions.

PA HB44

In tavern gaming, further providing for definitions.

PA HB2456

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions.

PA HB2042

In revenues, providing for audits of Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Trust Fund; in administration and enforcement, further providing for investigations and enforcement; in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in administration, further providing for records and confidentiality of information; in application and licensure, further providing for establishment licenses, for license or permit prohibition, for issuance and renewal and for conditional licenses; in operation, further providing for testing and certification of terminals and for video gaming limitations, providing for hours of operation and further providing for terminal placement agreements and for compulsive and problem gambling; in enforcement, further providing for investigations and enforcement; in revenues, further providing for distribution of local share, for regulatory assessments and for transfers from Video Gaming Fund; in ethics, further providing for political influence; in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, further providing for the offense of gambling devices, gambling, etc.; providing for implementation; and making a repeal.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.