Gambling Control Bill

Explore the details of bill number 6/2022.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Gambling Control Bill seeks to regulate and suppress unlawful gambling in Singapore while establishing provisions for authorized gambling services outside of casinos, replacing several previous acts.
The Act outlines the framework for defining what constitutes gambling, betting operations, games of chance, and lotteries, along with associated offences, including unlawful gambling and protections for underage individuals.
A comprehensive regulatory framework is established for licensing, specifying conditions for approval of gambling venues, games, and gaming machines, alongside strict enforcement measures for non-compliance.
The Act also includes measures for harm minimization, such as entry bans for individuals deemed a risk to integrity or associated with criminal activities, and obligations for licensees to prevent gambling by underage or excluded individuals.
The legislation provides for regulatory sanctions against licensees, including suspension or revocation of licenses, penalties for unlawful gambling activities, and the authority to seize gaming machines and funds related to unlawful gambling.

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Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

4 years ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

4 years ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

4 years ago

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

4 years ago

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

4 years ago

Voting

The bill is voted on by the Members of Parliament and, if it receives the required majority, it becomes law. Do note that an exact vote may not be counted; the 'ayes' can simply be louder than the 'noes'.

4 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

4 years ago

Gambling Control Bill

Explore the details of bill number 6/2022.

Summary written by AI (learn more)

The Gambling Control Bill seeks to regulate and suppress unlawful gambling in Singapore while establishing provisions for authorized gambling services outside of casinos, replacing several previous acts.
The Act outlines the framework for defining what constitutes gambling, betting operations, games of chance, and lotteries, along with associated offences, including unlawful gambling and protections for underage individuals.
A comprehensive regulatory framework is established for licensing, specifying conditions for approval of gambling venues, games, and gaming machines, alongside strict enforcement measures for non-compliance.
The Act also includes measures for harm minimization, such as entry bans for individuals deemed a risk to integrity or associated with criminal activities, and obligations for licensees to prevent gambling by underage or excluded individuals.
The legislation provides for regulatory sanctions against licensees, including suspension or revocation of licenses, penalties for unlawful gambling activities, and the authority to seize gaming machines and funds related to unlawful gambling.

Original PDF

Timeline

Bill introduced

The bill is formally presented in Parliament for consideration.

4 years ago

First reading

The bill's title and key objectives are read out, but no debate occurs at this stage.

4 years ago

Second reading

Members of Parliament debate the bill's general principles and overall merits.

4 years ago

Select committee

The bill is examined in detail by a select committee, which may suggest amendments.

4 years ago

Third reading

Members of Parliament debate the final version of the bill, including any amendments made.

4 years ago

Voting

4 years ago

Bill passed

The bill is passed and becomes law.

4 years ago