Pennsylvania Businesses Face October 13 Deadline to Remove Skill Game Machines

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY — Businesses in Schuylkill County and across Pennsylvania that host skill game machines have until October 13, 2026, to comply with requirements announced following a Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

Beginning October 14, establishments that continue to possess, operate or maintain the machines outside locations licensed by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board could face equipment seizures and criminal prosecution.

Pennsylvania State Police Warn Businesses to Remove Skill Games by October 13

Pennsylvania State Police are warning businesses that operate skill game machines to have the devices removed by October 13 or potentially face criminal charges and seizure of the machines beginning the following day.