The Pennsylvania Skill Games industry has reached a significant turning point following the recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision regarding skill games.
While we are disappointed by the Court’s decision to reverse prior rulings that many operators, location owners, and small businesses have relied upon for years, we respect the judicial process and will continue to operate within the law.
Importantly, the Court recognized that determining public policy for the Commonwealth is the responsibility of Pennsylvania’s elected lawmakers. The Court’s decision included a 120-day stay, providing the General Assembly an opportunity to address the future of skill games through the legislative process.
For decades, DeLeo Games has partnered with small businesses, restaurants, taverns, social clubs, veterans organizations, convenience stores, and volunteer fire companies throughout Pennsylvania. We have witnessed firsthand the positive impact that skill games have had in helping these organizations generate much-needed revenue, support local jobs, and continue serving their communities.
This issue extends far beyond our industry. Thousands of Pennsylvania small businesses and nonprofit organizations depend on the supplemental income generated by skill games. Volunteer fire departments, fraternal clubs, veterans organizations, and family-owned businesses throughout the Commonwealth have all benefited from this important source of revenue.
As we move forward, our focus remains on supporting our customers, location partners, and communities. We are encouraged that legislative leaders have already expressed interest in pursuing gaming reform and discussing a regulatory framework for skill games. We believe there is an opportunity to create a fair, transparent, and responsible solution that protects Pennsylvania businesses while providing appropriate oversight and regulation.
During the Court’s 120-day stay, we will continue working with industry partners, lawmakers, and stakeholders to advocate for a solution that recognizes the important role skill games play in communities across Pennsylvania.
We encourage our customers and community partners to contact their elected officials and share how this decision could affect their businesses, employees, and livelihoods. Their voices will be critical as lawmakers consider the future of skill games in Pennsylvania.
DeLeo Games remains committed to keeping our customers informed as developments occur. We appreciate the continued support and partnership of the many businesses and organizations we proudly serve.
Together, we will continue working toward a positive outcome for Pennsylvania’s small businesses, community organizations, and the thousands of people whose livelihoods are impacted by this industry.
As Pennsylvania lawmakers consider the future of skill games, it is important that they hear from the people directly impacted by this industry.
The Pennsylvania Taverns and Players Association (PA TAP) is dedicated to supporting small businesses, nonprofit organizations, veteran’s groups, social clubs, volunteer fire companies, and communities that benefit from Pennsylvania Skill Games.
Business owners, employees, organizations, and players are all encouraged to join PA TAP and stay informed.
Membership is free and provides updates on legislative developments, advocacy efforts, and opportunities to support a fair and responsible future for Pennsylvania Skill Games.
Scan the QR code below to join PA TAP and help support the businesses, organizations, employees, and players who benefit from skill games throughout Pennsylvania
