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Digest
HB 389 prohibits the purchase or facilitation of Texas lottery tickets through telephone, internet, or mobile applications. It establishes two criminal offenses: purchasing or ordering tickets by these methods is a Class C misdemeanor, and facilitating the purchase, such as accepting orders or arranging transactions for compensation, is a Class A misdemeanor. The Texas Lottery Commission is tasked with enforcing these prohibitions, which are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
Author (2)
Matthew Shaheen
Lacey Hull
Contact the Author
Rep. Matthew Shaheen
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0594
Capitol Office:
CAP GS.6
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