SB320 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: William “Bill” M. BeasleySenator
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Macon Co., bingo, may be played on electronic machines authorized by the National Indian Gaming Commission
Summary: SB320 allows Macon County bingo to be played on electronic machines or devices approved by the National Indian Gaming Commission and operated by Native American tribes in Alabama.
What This Bill Does
It expands the ways bingo can be played in Macon County by authorizing bingo on NIGC-approved electronic devices. The operation must be under licensing rules established by the Macon County Sheriff. It also says certain Alabama criminal code sections do not apply to these bingo games if they are operated under the Sheriff’s rules. The act would take effect immediately after the Governor approves it.

Who It Affects
Native American tribes in Alabama that operate bingo, who would be able to use NIGC-approved electronic devices in Macon County.
Macon County residents and bingo players, who could participate in bingo games conducted with these electronic devices under sheriff-regulated rules.

Key Provisions
Authorizes bingo to be played on electronic machines or devices approved by the National Indian Gaming Commission and operated by Native American tribes in Alabama.
Exempts certain Alabama code sections (8-1-150, 13A-12-20 to 13A-12-27, and 13A-12-30) from applying to bingo games authorized under this provision when operated according to the Sheriff of Macon County's rules.
Effective immediately following Governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Macon County