Pennsylvania Casinos Challenge Slot Machine Tax in Supreme Court

Casino owners argue that the tax on slot machines is unfair compared to untaxed skill games in bars and stores, risking $1 billion in state revenue.

Twelve casino owners in Pennsylvania have filed a lawsuit claiming the slot machine tax is unconstitutional.
The lawsuit highlights the disparity between taxed slot machines and untaxed skill games, which are prevalent in bars and stores.
Casino owners demand either equal taxation for skill games or the removal of the slot machine tax.
The case could impact over $1 billion in annual tax revenue used for property tax rebates and economic development.
A separate lawsuit will determine if skill games are considered unlicensed gambling machines.