Bill > H36

This bill aims to establish an online lottery in Massachusetts. The key provisions are: 1. It amends the existing state lottery law to authorize the Lottery Commission to conduct lottery games online, over the internet, through mobile apps, or other means. It sets requirements for online lottery operations, including age verification, restrictions on out-of-state players, self-exclusion options, and deposit/transaction limits. 2. It allows the Lottery Commission to enter into agreements with other states or jurisdictions to create and maintain multi-jurisdictional lottery games that can be played online. 3. It specifies the revenue apportionment for online lottery sales, including a minimum 45% for prize payouts, up to 15% for operating costs, with the remaining balance used to fund aid to cities and towns. It also directs a portion of any excess balance to the School Building Authority and special education programs. 4. It makes a technical amendment to existing law to clarify that the online lottery provisions apply to the state's lottery operations. Overall, the bill seeks to modernize and expand the state lottery by authorizing an online component, while maintaining key consumer protections and ensuring the proceeds continue to benefit state and local government programs.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H36