The bill, S.B. No. 2254, amends Section 2002.054 of the Occupations Code to allow certain nonprofit wildlife conservation associations to sell charitable raffle tickets under specific conditions. The amendment introduces a new subsection (a-1), which permits these organizations, including local chapters and affiliates, to use their Internet websites to sell or offer raffle tickets to previously identified supporters. However, the bill explicitly prohibits the use of the website for graphic or dynamic animations related to the raffle entry or the drawing of tickets.

Additionally, the bill maintains restrictions on the promotion of raffles, stating that organizations cannot use paid advertising or promote raffles statewide, except through their websites or targeted communications to supporters. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 2002.054 (Occupations Code 2002)