Gov. Josh Shapiro wants to regulate and tax skill games to boost revenue, sparking a fight among casinos, video gaming terminals (VGTs), and untaxed skill games.
Pace-O-Matic leads the skill games sector while lobbying and political contributions are used to influence lawmakers. Those in favor of taxation suggest the gambling expansion threatens existing revenue sources like the Pennsylvania Lottery and divides stakeholders, including bars and restaurants.
Those opposed say the status quo is fine.
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