Philadelphia City Council is considering a bill that would prohibit electronic skill games, which resemble slot machines seen in casinos, from corner stores and gas stations.
Councilmember Curtis Jones introduced the potential ordinance, which passed unanimously through the City Council’s Committee on Public Safety.
The bill would make it unlawful for businesses to “operate any casino-style or skill game” that has cash involved and is unregulated by the state. Due to the lack of regulation, the city is unsure how many machines are at businesses and where they are.
Businesses that don’t have a liquor or gambling license or 30 seats for serving food would be affected.
