The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has added 15 individuals to its various Involuntary Exclusion Lists, barring them from gambling at any casino, regulated online betting platform, or Video Gaming Terminal (VGT) location in the state.
Four Adults Banned for Leaving Children Unattended
Among the actions taken, the Board placed four adults on the casino exclusion list after determining they left minors unattended while they gambled:
- A man who left two 3‑year‑olds in a vehicle at Parx Casino & Racing for 16 minutes while he wagered in the sportsbook.
- A woman who left two 11‑year‑olds in a vehicle at Presque Isle Downs & Casino for 30 minutes while she played slot machines.
- A woman who left a 13‑year‑old in a parking garage at Wind Creek Bethlehem for 1 hour and 1 minute while she gambled at slots.
- A woman who left children aged 5 and 11 in a vehicle at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course for 27 minutes while she played slot machines.
The Board emphasized that leaving minors unattended at casino properties — including parking lots, garages, hotels, or any other venue — creates a dangerous environment and is strictly prohibited. To reinforce this message, the PGCB continues to promote its statewide awareness initiative, “Don’t Gamble with Kids” (DontGamblewithKids.org).
With these latest actions, 1,469 individuals are now listed across the PGCB’s Involuntary Exclusion programs.
PGCB Issues $31,950 Fine to Evolution US, LLC
In addition to the exclusion actions, the Board approved a $31,950 fine against Evolution US, LLC, an Interactive Gaming Manufacturer Licensee. According to a Consent Agreement presented by the Office of Enforcement Counsel, the company failed to timely submit a required Principal License application for a board member who had taken on expanded responsibilities.
A copy of the Consent Agreement is available upon request through the PGCB’s Office of Communications.
Next PGCB Meeting
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board will convene its next public meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in the Public Hearing Room on the second floor of the Strawberry Square Complex in Harrisburg.
