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SB 119 Original 2026 Regular Session Talbot
Present law provides for the crimes of gambling and gambling by computer.
Proposed law adds an exception to the present law crimes for the purchase of lottery tickets through the internet.
Present law authorizes the board of directors for the La. Lottery Corp. to adopt rules for the conduct of specific lottery games and operations, including matters necessary or desirable for the efficient and effective operation of the lottery or for the convenience of the public.
Proposed law amends present law to authorize the board to adopt rules for the purchase of lottery tickets through the internet.
Proposed law further requires the board to adopt rules to administer and regulate the purchase of lottery tickets through the internet, including requiring age and location verification methods, pursuant to the APA.
Effective August 1, 2026.
(Amends R.S. 47:9008(A)(9); adds R.S. 14:90(F) and 90.3(L) and R.S. 47:9002(31) and 9008(B))