2918 AMH .... H4414.1 Adopted 2-15-02

HB 2918 - H AMD

By Representative

    On page 2, after line 23, insert the following:

    "NEW SECTION. Sec. 3.  A new section is added to chapter 9.46 RCW to read as follows:

    An entity licensed under RCW 9.46.070(1) which conducts or allows its premises to be used for conducting bingo on more than three occasions per week shall include the following statement in any advertising or promotion of gambling activity conducted by the licensee:

"CAUTION:  Participation in gambling activity may result in pathological gambling behavior causing emotional and financial harm.  For help, call 1-800-547-6133."

    For purposes of this section, "advertising" includes print media, point-of-sale advertising, electronic media, billboards, and radio advertising."

    Correct the title.

                            --- END ---