Advocates of skill games rallied at the Pennsylvania Capitol on Tuesday in support of legislation that would regulate the industry, removing them from a legal gray area outside of the state’s gambling law.
Supporters emphasized the importance of skill games for Pennsylvania businesses and veterans groups, along with the potential tax revenues that would follow regulation.
Other states have considered similar measures, though tax revenues have been more modest and some bribery problems have followed legalization efforts.
“These games are important to businesses across Pennsylvania, and not only to businesses, but to veteran organizations, volunteer fire companies, and fraternal groups,” said LaVar Arrington, a former Penn State and NFL football player who supports skill games.
