Substitute Senate Bill No. 1235, also known as Public Act No. 25-112, amends various sections of the Connecticut General Statutes to enhance the regulation of lottery and gaming operations. Key provisions include the introduction of a new definition for "delinquency assessment," which includes the principal amount due, penalties, and outstanding interest. The bill modifies the handling of delinquent accounts for lottery sales agents, allowing for a penalty of ten percent of the principal amount due or a minimum of ten dollars, and establishes hardship waivers for agents facing financial difficulties. Additionally, it updates the Freedom of Information Act's applicability to the Connecticut Lottery Corporation, ensuring the protection of sensitive information, and mandates that advertisements for lottery tickets include clear statements about the average chances of winning.

The bill also introduces new licensing requirements for vendors and affiliates involved in lottery operations, requiring them to obtain a vendor license from the Commissioner of Consumer Protection. It enhances privacy protections by prohibiting the publication of the names or addresses of individuals who redeem winning tickets without consent and repeals the previous requirement for individuals to request removal from winner lists. Furthermore, it establishes new definitions related to online gaming and sports wagering, clarifying the roles of various gaming entities and outlining procedures for voiding sports wagers. Overall, the legislation aims to improve operational security, consumer protection, and regulatory oversight within Connecticut's gaming industry.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 12-801, 12-850, 12-863, 29-143w, 42-301
File No. 573: 12-801, 12-850, 12-863, 12-866, 29-143w, 42-301
JUD Joint Favorable Substitute: 12-801, 12-850, 12-863, 12-866, 29-143w, 42-301
File No. 832: 12-801, 12-850, 12-866, 29-143w, 42-301
Public Act No. 25-112: 12-569, 12-814, 12-815a, 12-850, 12-859c, 12-863, 12-866, 29-143w, 42-301