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Texas Senate Bill SB1990

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1990

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Caption

Relating to the operation and administration of the state lottery and repeal of the prohibition on imposing taxes on lottery tickets or prizes.

Impact

The repeal of the prohibition on taxes could have substantial implications for state funding, allowing the state to generate additional revenue from lottery operations. Revenue from these taxes could be earmarked for public services such as education and veteran's assistance. This change aims to ensure that a portion of ticket sales directly benefits state programs, which may resonate positively with constituents concerned about fiscal responsibility and public service funding.

Summary

SB1990 proposes significant amendments to the governance of the state lottery in Texas. The bill aims to repeal the existing prohibition on imposing taxes on lottery tickets or prizes, which could open new avenues for state revenue. Furthermore, it provides the Texas Lottery Commission with enhanced authority to regulate the operation and administration of the lottery by defining rules around ticket pricing, game types, and operational integrity. This could potentially modernize the state's lottery framework and align it with evolving market conditions and player expectations.

Contention

Despite potential benefits, SB1990 has ignited a debate among state legislators and community stakeholders. Critics argue that imposing taxes on lottery tickets or prizes could deter participation in the lottery, affecting sales and ultimately revenue generated. Additionally, there are concerns about fairness and the potential burden on low-income players who may already be disproportionately impacted by gambling taxes. This has sparked discussions on whether the bill appropriately balances the state's financial interests against the well-being of its citizens.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 466. State Lottery
    • Section: 015
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 251
    • Section: 355

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB903

Relating to the operation of a quick draw lottery game; requiring an occupational license.

TX HB3940

Relating to the compensation paid to sale agents for state lottery ticket sales.

TX HB2843

Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming and sports wagering in this state, to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, to the support of the horse racing industry and reform of horse racing and greyhound racing, and to other provisions related to gambling; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing taxes; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses.

TX SB1820

Relating to the prohibited play and facilitation of play of a lottery game by telephone or through the Internet.

TX HB1395

Relating to the Texas Lottery Commission establishing at least one weekly lottery game with a drawing held on Sundays.

TX HB1719

Relating to local option elections to legalize or prohibit the operation of eight-liners; imposing fees and issuing fee permits; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.

TX HB1942

Relating to the regulation of sports wagering; requiring occupational permits; authorizing fees; imposing a tax; decriminalizing wagering on certain sports events; creating criminal offenses; providing administrative penalties.

TX SB715

Relating to the regulation of sports wagering; requiring occupational permits; authorizing fees; imposing a tax; decriminalizing wagering on certain sports events; creating criminal offenses; providing administrative penalties.

TX HJR92

Proposing a constitutional amendment to dedicate net state lottery revenue to support educational programs that benefit classroom teaching in public schools and to prohibit advertisements and promotions that state or imply lottery ticket sales revenue will financially assist public schools.

TX HB43

Relating to the repeal of or limitations on certain state and local taxes, including school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes, the enactment of state and local value added taxes, and related school finance reform; imposing taxes.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.