House Bill No. [insert number] proposes the establishment of a new lottery game in Louisiana specifically designed to benefit veterans of the armed services. The bill enacts new provisions under R.S. 47:9008(D), 9031, and 9032, which outline the creation of the Veterans Game Board and the Veterans Game Fund. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board is tasked with creating and conducting the lottery game, ensuring that all proceeds are dedicated to programs that support veterans. The bill mandates that the game tickets clearly indicate that proceeds will benefit veterans, and it requires continuous availability of tickets for sale.

The Veterans Game Board will be responsible for disbursing funds from the Veterans Game Fund through one-time grants to various entities aimed at improving the lives of veterans. The board will consist of members from relevant state departments and veteran organizations, and it will meet annually to review grant applications. The bill also stipulates that all revenues generated from the lottery game will be deposited into the Veterans Game Fund, which will be managed similarly to the state general fund, with any unspent funds returned to the Department of Treasury at the end of the fiscal year.