The bill amends the Government Code to establish regulations regarding lottery games played or facilitated via telephone or through Internet and mobile applications. It specifically prohibits individuals from purchasing or ordering lottery tickets through these means, as well as from accepting orders, selling tickets, or arranging purchases on behalf of others for compensation. The bill introduces a new section, 466.318, which outlines these prohibitions and categorizes violations into two classes of misdemeanors: a Class C misdemeanor for purchasing tickets and a Class A misdemeanor for facilitating ticket sales or arrangements.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Texas Lottery Commission adopt rules to enforce these new regulations, ensuring they align with existing laws governing lottery security and age restrictions. The effective date for this legislation is set for September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 466.015 (Government Code 466)