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Support Small Business and Veterans Organizations - Say NO to SB 516

Many Kansas small businesses and veterans organizations rely on skill-based amusement games as an important source of revenue that helps keep their doors open and supports the communities they serve. Unfortunately, the Kansas Legislature is now considering SB 516, a proposal that would ban skill games across the state.


Kansas does not need a policy that takes away an important source of income for local establishments like bars, restaurants, convenience stores, VFWs, American Legions, and other community gathering places. These games help small businesses cover rising costs, keep employees working, and allow veterans organizations to continue supporting the men and women who served our country.


At a time when small businesses are already dealing with higher costs and economic uncertainty, lawmakers should not pass policies that make it harder for these local establishments to survive. Banning skill games would hurt the small businesses and veterans groups that communities across Kansas depend on.


It is time to stand up and protect Kansas small businesses and the organizations that support our veterans.


What You Can Do


Make your voice heard. Use our quick and easy form to write your Kansas Legislators and urge them to vote NO on SB 516.

OUR PURPOSE

Our mission is to support the skill game industry in any way we can. We will support operators of skill games and fight to ensure no laws are passed that would ban or unfairly restrict skill-based amusement machines.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN THE SKILL CLUB

We are free resource to our members. We will offer industry insights and best practices to help you maximize your revenue and stay informed. Members will also receive regular updates on regulatory developments, emerging trends, and what’s happening across the state and country—so you're always a step ahead.

WHY IT MATTERS

Skill games have become a vital revenue source for many small businesses. That’s why we must stay ahead of potential threats and be prepared to defend this important part of our local economy. We are building a strong coalition now to support and fight for the industry.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

It’s completely free and easy to join. Sign up at the QR code or on the back of this form. Add your voice to a growing coalition of Kansans who believe in fair treatment for local businesses and their right to offer skill games.

"Skill games give people another reason to walk through our doors—and they stay longer once they do."

Bar Owner, Hays

"Customers love the games. They’re having fun, spending more time here, and it’s good for everyone."

Bartender, Overland Park

"With rising costs, every bit helps. Skill games bring in steady traffic and boost our bottom line."

Restaurant Manager, Wichita

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is KS MAC?

    The Kansas Merchants and Amusement Coalition (KS MAC)
is a 501(C)(4) organization. KS MAC is statewide alliance of small businesses—including bars, restaurants, VFWs, convenience stores, and social clubs—who support the use of skill-based amusement machines.

  • What is the purpose of KS MAC?

    Our mission is to support the skill game industry in any way we can. We will support operators of skill games and fight to ensure no laws are passed that would ban or unfairly restrict skill-based amusement machines.

  • What are skill games?

    Skill games require a player to use their skill, patience, and hand-eye dexterity to win. A patient, skillful player has the opportunity to win the game every time. 

  • How do skill games support Kansas businesses?

    Skill games provide partners with 40% of profits with no hidden fees or additional costs. Another 40% goes to a local operator. Our Kansas-based distributor also makes a percentage of the profit ensuring that over 90% of the revenue stays in Kansas. Once regulated and taxed, skill games will have even more of a positive impact on small businesses and the state economy. 

  • Why should I join the Skill Club?

    KS MAC is here to be a free resource to its members. We will offer industry insights and best practices to help you maximize your revenue and stay informed. Members will also receive regular updates on regulatory developments, emerging trends, and what’s happening across the state and country—so you're always a step ahead.

  • Why does it matter?

    Skill games have become a vital revenue source for many small businesses. That’s why we must stay ahead of potential threats and be prepared to defend this important part of our local economy. We are building a strong coalition now to support and fight for the industry.

  • What do you need from me to join?

    It’s completely free and easy to join. Sign up at the QR code or on the back of this form. Add your voice to a growing coalition of Kansans who believe in fair treatment for local businesses and their right to offer skill games.

Join the Skill Club

Become a member of KS MAC.

We're stronger together.

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