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OTHER EXECUTIVE AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS > STATE LOTTERY
Short Summary
The State Lottery Act governs the procedures and operations of the Texas Lottery Commission. It defines various terms to clarify the roles and responsibilities of different entities involved in the Texas Lottery. The document also provides definitions for terms related to the lottery, such as ‘Lottery’, ‘Lottery game’, ‘Lottery operator’, ‘Player’, ‘Sales agent’ or ‘sales agency’, and ‘Ticket’. The Act grants broad authority to the Texas State Lottery Commission and the executive director to ensure integrity, security, honesty, and fairness in the lottery’s operation. It outlines the powers, duties, and regulations related to the operation and administration of the state lottery in Texas. The executive director has the power to contract with sales agents and award contracts for lottery supplies or services. The commission is required to make an annual report summarizing lottery revenues, prize disbursements, and expenses. The comptroller is responsible for reviewing the management and operations of the lottery. Violations of the lottery regulations can be investigated by the attorney general, district attorneys, or the executive director, and penalties may apply. The document also addresses the confidentiality of certain information related to the lottery’s operation and the prohibition of certain games. The commission is required to disseminate Amber Alert information through the lottery operator system. The operation of an instant-ticket lottery game to benefit veterans’ assistance is also outlined. The commission is required to develop a comprehensive business plan and regularly review its performance and revenue generation.
Whom does it apply to?
The State Lottery Act applies to the Texas State Lottery Commission, its employees, auditors, investigators, lottery operators, sales agents, and other entities involved in the lottery's operation.
What does it govern?
The State Lottery Act governs the procedures and operations of the Texas Lottery Commission, including the roles and responsibilities of different entities involved in the Texas Lottery. It also defines various terms related to the lottery.
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in the document.
What are the Penalties?
The document does not specify any penalties for non-compliance or violation of the Texas Lottery procedures and operations.
Jurisdiction
Texas