HB6 Summary

• Proposes an amendment to Section 65 of the Alabama Constitution of 1901 to allow the legislature to establish a state-operated lottery, subject to terms and regulations set by general law.

• Maintains the existing prohibition on lotteries, gift enterprises, and casino-style gambling, except as provided by the new lottery provision.

• Allocates lottery net proceeds after administrative and prize expenses as: 61.5% to the State General Fund and 38.5% to the Education Trust Fund.

• Requires the proposed amendment to be submitted to voters in conjunction with the next statewide general election for approval by a majority of qualified electors.

• Directs election officials to place a ballot measure with specific language describing the lottery authorization and fund distribution on the ballot.