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IA HF260
Bill
Status
3/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
State Government
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AI Summary
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Adds a new definition for "lotto" as a lottery game connected to a central computer via telecommunications where players select numbers, symbols, or characters from a predetermined range
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Revises the definition of "self-service kiosk" to clarify it dispenses only lotto tickets, instant tickets, pull-tab tickets, or other printed lottery products and does not provide visual or audio representation of lottery game play
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Modifies employment restrictions to prohibit hiring individuals convicted of felonies or bookmaking/illegal gambling, while giving the director discretion regarding other crimes when making employment decisions
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Expands confidential records protections to include ticket order history, ticket inventory, and any records that could impair security, integrity, or fairness of lottery games or retailer security
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Changes lottery security staff requirements from mandatory "investigators" to optional staff qualified by law enforcement training and experience, and removes sworn peace officer status from such staff
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the Iowa lottery. (Formerly HSB 69.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.
Last Action
Signed by Governor. H.J. 872.
3/28/2025