CT SB01235

Delinquent lottery sales agents with accounts past due on or after July 1, 2025, may apply to the Connecticut Lottery Corporation president for a hardship waiver to reduce outstanding interest, with payment plans of up to one year available for those demonstrating undue hardship

Connecticut Lottery Corporation may use unlicensed delivery services to transport lottery tickets to sales agents, provided tickets are shipped in tamper-evident, unmarked packaging with tracking and signature requirements, and a detailed plan is approved by the Department of Consumer Protection within 30 days

Online gaming operators may void sports wagers without prior department approval when sporting events are cancelled, delayed over 24 hours, transferred venues, or when wagered-upon players do not participate; operators must maintain change logs and notify patrons within 24 hours of voided wagers

Lottery Corporation employees holding Class III or Class IV occupational licenses may receive endorsements to operate Internet games or retail sports wagering without obtaining separate licenses under the gaming chapter

Sweepstakes and promotional drawings are prohibited from allowing or facilitating participation in real or simulated online casino gaming or sports wagering unless licensed under gaming regulations, with violations constituting unfair or deceptive trade practices