A bill proposed by Council Member Garrett Dennis would make internet cafés, also known as adult arcades, legal again in Jacksonville. It was expected to be presented to the Jacksonville City Council Tuesday night.

Mayor Lenny Curry signed legislation into law in Oct. 2019 that required all Jacksonville internet cafés to remove all “simulated gambling” devices or close their doors for good.

Former Jacksonville City Council Member Leanna Cumber introduced the bill that led to the initial shutdown, saying that the danger to the public and first responders addressing calls for service at internet cafés is too severe.