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NJ S2652
NJ S2652Directs State Lottery Commission to permit purchase of lottery tickets by electronic means.
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Introduced Session
2010-2011 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the State Lottery Commission to implement a program that would allow State residents to purchase lottery tickets directly from the Division of the State Lottery using the Internet, electronic mail, text messaging, or other electronic means. Players could purchase tickets using a debit card, or a check or cash deposited with the division. Players also could buy tickets through a subscription that permits the purchase of tickets over an extended period of time. Winners would be notified by electronic mail, text message, or other electronic means immediately following a drawing. The commission will establish procedures for the payment of winning tickets holders which may include crediting amounts won to a players account or direct deposit into a players account at a financial institution. The bill would allow the commission to operate the program using employees of the division or to contract with one or more qualified vendors to operate the program. The commission is directed to ensure that the program includes security measures to protect against fraud, prevent wagering by underage persons, and protect the personal and financial information of players. The program would be implemented in a way that is consistent with any applicable federal laws and any agreements addressing this States participation in multi-state lotteries. The bill also requires the State Lottery to distribute equally among lottery agents 5% of the amounts generated from the sale of lottery tickets by electronic means each year. The bill also permits lottery sales agents to accept debit cards, but not credit cards, from patrons for the purchase of lottery tickets at sales locations.
AI Summary
This bill directs the State Lottery Commission to establish a program allowing New Jersey residents to purchase lottery tickets online, via email, text message, or other electronic methods, using debit cards or pre-deposited funds, and also permits subscription purchases for ongoing play. Winners will be notified electronically, and prize payments can be credited to player accounts or directly deposited into their bank accounts. The commission can manage this program with its own employees or contract with outside vendors, and must implement strong security measures to prevent fraud, underage gambling, and protect player data, while also adhering to federal laws and multi-state lottery agreements. Additionally, 5% of the revenue generated from these electronic sales will be distributed equally among all licensed lottery sales agents, and these agents will be permitted to accept debit cards, but not credit cards, for ticket purchases at their physical locations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/25/2011)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bills/BillView.asp?BillNumber=S2652 | 04/25/2013 |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2010/Bills/S3000/2652_I1.HTM | 05/28/2012 |
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