State Gaming Rule Update: Boost for Fire Companies?

Pennsylvania’s Volunteer Fire Companies Face Fundraising Limitations Due to Cashless Payment Restrictions

Several volunteer fire companies in Pennsylvania are considering breaking state law by accepting cashless payments for small games of chance. These companies heavily rely on raffles and bingo to raise funds for operation costs, but state legislation prohibits them from accepting credit and debit card payments for these games. Lawmakers have proposed new legislation to update the law, arguing that the provision is outdated and limits the ability of these volunteer groups to generate revenue.