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Introduced
02/11/2016
02/11/2016
In Committee
03/04/2016
03/04/2016
Crossed Over
02/29/2016
02/29/2016
Passed
03/07/2016
03/07/2016
Dead
Vetoed
03/15/2016
03/15/2016
Introduced Session
2016 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to allow a powerball winner to be anonymous if they elect to be anonymous. The bill also provides an exemption under FOIA if a person elects anonymity.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals who win a Powerball, Mega Millions, or Hot Lotto jackpot to choose to remain anonymous. If a winner wishes to be anonymous, they must notify the State Lottery Director in writing, providing their contact information. The Director will then arrange a meeting to confirm the win and ensure the winner's anonymity. Furthermore, this bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which generally presumes public access to government records, by adding a specific exemption for information provided by individuals who elect to remain anonymous under the new lottery provision. This means that requests for information about these anonymous lottery winners will be denied under FOIA.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Vetoed by Governor 4/1/16 (on 04/01/2016)
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