This bill amends various sections of the Iowa lottery laws to enhance the management and operation of the lottery. It introduces a new definition for "Lotto" as a lottery game connected to a central computer and removes the term "on-line" from the definition of lotto tickets. The bill also transfers certain responsibilities from the administrator of the Iowa lottery to the director of revenue, including conducting hearings and administering oaths to ensure the integrity of lottery operations. Additionally, it updates the list of individuals prohibited from purchasing lottery tickets or receiving prizes, specifically including state officers or employees with access to confidential information.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the reporting requirements for lottery revenues, allowing the director of the department of management to exclude lottery revenues from general fund revenue estimates while clarifying that this does not apply to specific revenue estimating purposes. It also extends the deadline for transferring lottery proceeds to the general fund from 30 days to 45 days after the end of the quarter. The bill adds protections for sensitive lottery records and updates the qualifications for lottery security staff, ensuring they are trained investigators. Overall, these changes aim to improve the security, integrity, and operational efficiency of the Iowa lottery.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 99G.3, 99G.7, 99G.9, 99G.10, 99G.31, 99G.35, 99G.40