Pennsylvania Gaming
Become a Licensed Gaming Establishment in Pennsylvania
J&J Gaming is now expanding into the Pennsylvania market as a licensed VGT Operator. As an industry leader, we’re positioned to help you increase your revenue in a new market with growth opportunities.
Location owners in Illinois are earning an additional $75,000 per year through video gaming.
J&J Ventures can help you take your business to the next level. Contact us for more information on how to get started in Pennsylvania and request a free consultation.
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Pennsylvania Gaming Details for Truck Stops
License Requirements
- Be equipped with diesel islands
- Sell an average of 50,000 gallons of diesel or biodiesel each month for previous 12 months, or projected for the next 12 months
- Have at least 20 parking spaces dedicated to commercial motor vehicles
- Have a convenience store (currently no specific requirements/description of “convenience store”)
- Be situated on a 3-acre parcel that the Truck Stop Establishment owns or leases
- Not be situated on any property owned by the Pennsylvania Turnpike; and
- Be licensed as a Lottery Sales Agent under the Pennsylvania State Lottery Act
- 42% state tax (which ultimately goes to the general fund)
- 10% local tax
- 15% to the Truck Stop Establishment; and
- The remainder to the Terminal Operator (less the bi-monthly regulatory assessment imposed by the PGCB).
Tips To Maximize Your Revenue:
- Privacy and discretion are key for maximum play.
- Private rooms, segregated rooms, and half walls are optimal to create privacy for your video gamers.
- Provide your gamers free non-alcoholic beverages and food specials.
- Adjust hours of operation to capture early gamers in the morning.
- Open Sundays when possible.
- Keep restrooms clean and, if possible, plan to create YOUR gaming area close by.
- Modify lighting in your video gaming area to be well lit, but not necessarily bright.
- Employ engaged and friendly staff to accommodate your video players.
- Display marketing materials outside your building to promote your video gaming: windows, doors or other visible places work great.
- Promote video gaming through promotional materials inside your location, including table top signs, posters and signage.
- Use social media platforms to promote free soft drinks, free coffee, or free snacks exclusively for video gamers.
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Questions? Take a look at our Pennsylvania Gaming FAQ for more information about gaming.
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