Bill > SB859

This bill amends the California State Lottery law to increase the maximum amount of prize money that can be paid immediately to lottery winners from $1,000 to $100,000. Currently, the California State Lottery is authorized to draw funds from its continuous appropriation to make immediate payments to winners, but previously this was limited to prizes of $1,000 or less. The bill allows the lottery to use its revolving fund to pay winners up to $100,000 immediately, provided that the California State Lottery Commission adopts regulations to support this action. The lottery must still maintain records of all such payments and remain subject to existing reporting and compliance requirements. This change will provide lottery winners with quicker access to larger prize amounts, potentially improving the lottery's customer service and appeal.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Governmental Organization (Senate)

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