Bill > S01605

This bill modifies existing New York state law regarding raffle ticket sales, specifically addressing internet-based ticket sales. The bill amends two sections of the general municipal law to clarify that for online raffle ticket sales, the location of the sale is considered to be at the premises of the authorized organization or authorized games of chance lessor, regardless of the physical location of the ticket purchaser. This change effectively removes geographical restrictions that previously required raffle ticket sales to occur in the same county or a contiguous county where the raffle license was issued. The modification allows for more flexible internet-based raffle ticket sales while maintaining oversight by ensuring the sale is legally attributed to the authorized organization's location. The bill aims to modernize raffle regulations to accommodate online sales platforms while preserving local regulatory frameworks for games of chance. The amendments apply to authorized organizations conducting raffles and will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1605