House Bill No. introduced by E. Buttrey aims to revise the powers and duties of the State Lottery and Sports Wagering Commission by including a requirement for the commission to provide input and approve all procurement decisions related to vendor contracts used in the operation of the state lottery. This amendment is reflected in Section 23-7-202, MCA, where the commission's responsibilities are expanded to encompass oversight of vendor contracts, ensuring that procurement decisions align with the commission's operational policies.

Additionally, the bill amends Sections 23-7-301 and 23-7-311, MCA, to clarify the licensing process for sales agents and the procedures for prize drawings and payments. The amendments include provisions for the commission to establish rules regarding the payment of prizes by sales agents and the handling of unclaimed prizes. The bill emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in the lottery's operations, with an immediate effective date upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 23-7-202, 23-7-301, 23-7-311
HB0583_1(1): 23-7-202, 23-7-301, 23-7-311
HB0583_1(2): 23-7-202, 23-7-301, 23-7-311
HB0583_1: 23-7-202, 23-7-301, 23-7-311