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CT SB01235

CT SB01235
An Act Concerning The Department Of Consumer Protection's Recommendations Regarding Lottery And Gaming Regulation.


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Introduced
02/05/2025
In Committee
05/23/2025
Crossed Over
05/22/2025
Passed
06/24/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/24/2025

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To (1) prohibit lottery ticket resales and ticket courier services, (2) modify the Commissioner of Consumer Protection's disciplinary authority concerning certain gaming licensees, (3) require vendor and affiliate licensees to provide books and records, (4) define and redefine certain terms concerning gaming, (5) modify provisions concerning wagers on sporting events involving Connecticut intercollegiate teams, (6) restrict who may review certain criminal history records checks, (7) prohibit certain advertising, (8) authorize certain bets and wagers on boxing and mixed martial arts, (9) provide that certain persons conducting sweepstakes or promotional drawings shall not allow or facilitate participation in certain real or simulated online casino gaming or sports wagering, (10) provide that any person who engages in professional gambling shall be guilty of a class D felony, and (11) repeal a provision authorizing the commissioner to appoint a director to perform delegated functions.

AI Summary

This bill modifies various aspects of lottery, gaming, and sports wagering regulations in Connecticut. It introduces several key provisions, including prohibiting lottery ticket resales and ticket courier services, expanding the Commissioner of Consumer Protection's disciplinary authority over gaming licensees, and requiring vendor and affiliate licensees to provide books and records. The bill updates definitions related to gaming, modifies rules about wagers on sporting events involving Connecticut intercollegiate teams, and restricts who can review criminal history record checks. It establishes new advertising restrictions for gaming entities, authorizes certain bets on boxing and mixed martial arts, and prohibits certain sweepstakes and promotional activities that might simulate online casino gaming. The legislation also introduces more stringent requirements for licensing, including background checks and operational controls for gaming employees and operators. Notably, the bill creates new provisions for voiding sports wagers, establishes guidelines for advertising and marketing in the gaming industry, and sets specific rules about gross gaming revenue calculations. The bill aims to enhance regulatory oversight, protect consumers, and ensure the integrity of gaming operations in Connecticut.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

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Other Sponsors (1)

General Law Committee (J)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor (on 06/24/2025)

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