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TX SB1991

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bob Hall

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limits lottery equipment at each licensed sales agent location to no more than two lottery vending machines, computer terminals, or other ticket-printing equipment

  • Requires sales agents to complete and file IRS Form 8300 and a comptroller-prescribed form for any single lottery ticket purchase of $10,000 or more

  • Mandates that lottery play slips be provided only in printed paper format, prohibiting electronic play slips, and bans the use of high-speed scanning devices that process play slips faster than manual hand-scanning

  • Prohibits lottery ticket couriers (those who purchase tickets on behalf of players through internet or mobile apps for compensation) from using the Texas Lottery Commission's name or logo on their applications

  • Creates a state jail felony offense for sales agents or employees who intentionally or knowingly fail to complete and file the required forms for large cash purchases

Legislative Description

Relating to the conduct of the state lottery; creating a criminal offense.

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Last Action

Referred to State Affairs

3/17/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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