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Introduced
02/19/2025
02/19/2025
In Committee
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/16/2025
06/16/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to state lotteries; amending s. 20.317, F.S.; deleting a provision requiring the compensation of the Secretary of the Department of the Lottery to be set annually by the Governor; amending s. 24.103, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; amending s. 24.105, F.S.; revising and providing rules that the department must adopt governing the establishment and operation of the state lottery; removing obsolete provisions; amending s. 24.108, F.S.; revising requirements for studies and evaluations of security in the operation of the department; amending s. 24.111, F.S.; making editorial changes; amending s. 24.112, F.S.; increasing the amount of a lottery retailer bond; authorizing a lottery retailer to remit funds to the department for deposit in a specified bank account in lieu of such bond; authorizing the use of a debit card in a vending machine to purchase a lottery ticket; authorizing the department to act as a courier service and contract with a third party to provide such service; requiring all courier services to have a written agreement that conforms to certain requirements and rules; authorizing courier services to store lottery tickets for customers in lieu of delivery if certain hb753-00 requirements are met; requiring such courier services to maintain a secure database of all stored lottery tickets and provide specified notice of a winning ticket within a certain timeframe; authorizing such courier services to redeem winning tickets valued at less than a certain amount; prohibiting a portion or percentage of such winning tickets from being charged, accepted, given, or paid to such courier services; providing construction; repealing s. 24.113, F.S., relating to minority participation; amending s. 24.116, F.S.; providing an exception to the prohibition on officers or employees of the department purchasing a lottery ticket; creating s. 24.1173, F.S.; prohibiting a courier service from operating without a written agreement that conforms to certain requirements and rules; providing a penalty; amending s. 24.118, F.S.; revising provisions relating to other prohibited acts; prohibiting certain false claims and theft of lottery tickets by lottery retailers, courier services, or employees; providing penalties; amending ss. 24.119, 24.120, 24.1215, and 24.124, F.S.; making editorial changes; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill introduces several significant changes to Florida's lottery regulations, focusing primarily on retailer bonds, lottery ticket sales, and the introduction of courier services. The bill increases the maximum retailer bond from twice to three times the average lottery ticket sales, and allows retailers to remit funds to a department-held bank account instead of posting a bond. It formally defines new terms like "ball machine" and "courier service" and authorizes the lottery department to act as or contract with courier services that can purchase and store lottery tickets on behalf of customers. The bill establishes strict requirements for courier services, including maintaining secure ticket databases, notifying customers of winning tickets, and prohibiting fees on lottery winnings. Additionally, the legislation strengthens penalties for various lottery-related offenses, such as false claims, ticket theft, and operating without proper agreements. The bill also makes various administrative updates to lottery department operations, including modifications to security procedures, vendor disclosures, and employee regulations. These changes aim to modernize lottery operations, enhance security, and provide more flexible purchasing options for lottery players.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died in Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee (on 06/16/2025)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/753 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/753/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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