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Can you summarize MGL Chapter 10, Section 24?
DEPARTMENT OF THE STATE TREASURER > State lottery commission; powers and duties
Short Summary
This legal document outlines the powers and duties of the state lottery commission in Massachusetts. The commission is authorized to conduct a state lottery and has the authority to determine various aspects of the lottery, such as the types of lotteries, ticket prices, prize sizes, and the manner of selecting winning tickets. The commission is also responsible for licensing agents to sell tickets, establishing rules and regulations, and advising the director on the operation and administration of the lottery. Additionally, the commission is required to report monthly on lottery revenues, prize disbursements, and expenses, and to make an annual independently audited financial report. The commission is authorized to carry out continuous studies and investigations to prevent abuses and evasions of the lottery law, as well as to make recommendations for changes to improve the lottery’s operation. The commission’s official actions require the concurrence of the chairman and at least two other members. The commission also has the power to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and compel the production of documents and testimony. Overall, this document provides a comprehensive framework for the operation and regulation of the state lottery in Massachusetts.
Whom does it apply to?
The state lottery commission, licensed sales agents, the director, the governor, the attorney general, the general court, and the general public
What does it govern?
Powers and duties of the state lottery commission
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned
What are the Penalties?
No penalties are mentioned
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts