This bill amends current law to allow registered courier services to electronically sell instant lottery game tickets to individuals within New Jersey. An "instant lottery game ticket" is defined as a physical ticket approved by the Division of State Lottery, where play symbols are revealed by removing a latex or protective coating, and prizes are awarded based on the revealed symbols. The bill also establishes that courier services must maintain a secure database of stored tickets, notify customers of winning ticket values, and adhere to various regulations set forth by the State Lottery Commission. Additionally, it prohibits courier services from charging fees based on lottery winnings and mandates that they be registered with the commission to operate legally.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Lottery Enterprise to contribute additional funds to the State's retirement systems for Fiscal Year 2026, ensuring that the aggregate contribution equals the actuarially determined amount necessary for that year. This is in addition to the existing requirement for the Lottery Enterprise to contribute 30 percent of total ticket sales to the Common Pension Fund L, which supports various retirement systems, including the Teachers Pension and Annuity Fund, the Public Employees Retirement System, and the Police and Firemen's Retirement System.

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Introduced: 5:9-14.3