2023 House Bill 5229

Gaming: bingo and charitable gaming; games conducted under the state bingo act; exempt from certain provisions of the penal code.

A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 310g.

Mackinac Center Analysis

Broadens the definition of what may be considered a slot machine under the Michigan Gaming Code.

Introduced in the House

Oct. 25, 2023

Introduced by Rep. Mike Mueller (R-72) and five co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Helena Scott (D-7), Tullio Liberati (D-2), Cynthia Neeley (D-70), Amos O’Neal (D-94) and Brenda Carter (D-53)

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform