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NJ A5171
NJ A5171Allows for licensed organizations to conduct raffles remotely and to advertise such raffles; removes maximum value limitations for prizes; allows remote raffles on Sundays; requires quarterly reporting of raffle results.
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission, in consultation with the Division of Gaming Enforcement, to adopt regulations allowing for the conduct of remote raffles within 180 days of the bill becoming law. The bill also directs the commission to adopt rules governing the advertising of remote raffles across the State. The bill removes all limitations on the value of prizes which may be awarded in any raffle and allows remote raffles to be conducted on Sundays, which is currently prohibited under law. The bill establishes a 365 day time-period for winners to be drawn and prizes awarded for remote raffles. Finally, the bill requires that organizations conducting remote raffles report quarterly to the commission on the results of any such raffles.
AI Summary
This bill modernizes and expands raffle regulations in New Jersey by allowing licensed organizations to conduct raffles remotely via the Internet, removing previous restrictions on prize values, permitting remote raffles on Sundays, and establishing new reporting requirements. Specifically, the bill directs the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission to develop regulations within 180 days for conducting and advertising remote raffles, ensuring that such digital raffles comply with existing state laws. Organizations will now be able to hold multiple or simultaneous online raffles, advertise them statewide, and offer prizes of any value, with the only significant constraint being that winners must be determined and prizes awarded within 365 days of the raffle's launch. The bill also mandates quarterly reporting to the commission, requiring organizations to provide detailed financial information about their raffles, including gross receipts, expenses, net proceeds, and a comprehensive list of prizes. This legislation aims to modernize charitable gaming regulations, providing more flexibility for nonprofit organizations while maintaining oversight through the control commission's regulatory framework.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee (on 01/14/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5171 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5500/5171_I1.HTM |
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