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TX SB79
TX SB79Relating to a lottery game played or facilitated for play by telephone or through an Internet or mobile Internet application; creating criminal offenses.
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Introduced
11/12/2024
11/12/2024
In Committee
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to a lottery game played or facilitated for play by telephone or through an Internet or mobile Internet application; creating criminal offenses.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Texas Government Code to prohibit purchasing lottery tickets or facilitating lottery ticket purchases by telephone, internet, or mobile internet applications. Specifically, the legislation makes it illegal for individuals to buy lottery tickets or for anyone to be compensated for accepting lottery ticket orders, selling tickets, or arranging ticket purchases through these electronic means. The bill creates two distinct criminal offenses: purchasing a ticket via telephone or internet is a Class C misdemeanor, while being compensated for facilitating such ticket purchases is a Class A misdemeanor. The Texas Lottery Commission will be required to adopt rules to enforce these prohibitions, which are part of broader efforts to regulate lottery game sales and prevent potential unauthorized or improper lottery ticket transactions. The new law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving stakeholders time to prepare for the new restrictions.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Co-author authorized (on 02/19/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB79 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB00079I.htm |
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