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GA SB179

GA SB179
Georgia Lottery; allow winner to remain anonymous if donates 25 percent to the Lottery for Education Account or other tax exempt organizations


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Introduced
02/25/2015
In Committee
03/04/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/24/2016

Introduced Session

2015-2016 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 27 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding the Georgia Lottery, so as to allow a winner of a lottery prize to remain anonymous if he or she donates 25 percent of the prize to the Lottery for Education Account or other tax exempt organizations; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill allows Georgia Lottery winners to remain anonymous if they donate 25 percent of their winnings to the Lottery for HOPE, which is a program that funds educational initiatives, or other tax-exempt organizations. The Georgia Lottery Corporation, which manages lottery games in the state, would be required to keep the winner's information confidential upon receiving a written request and proof of the donation. This provision aims to provide privacy for lottery winners while ensuring a portion of their winnings supports education or other charitable causes.

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Senate Recommitted (on 01/11/2016)

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