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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation to abolish the state’s lottery commission on June 20, but the changes aren’t as drastic as they might sound — at least, not yet.
For most Texas lottery players, these changes wouldn’t impact their ability to play. The proposed restrictions are in response to two jackpots, one in 2023 and one in February, ...
Taing said he welcomes the changes and looks forward to what he hopes will be a fairer, more transparent future for the Texas Lottery. Senate Bill 3070 authorizes the lottery to continue through 2029.
The future of the Texas Lottery is uncertain, with a potential abolishment by 2029. The Sunset Advisory Commission will review the lottery's performance and determine its future.
Texas Legislature moves to overhaul lottery system amid scandal 02:20. The scandal surrounding the Texas Lottery is prompting big changes in the Legislature.
The lottery, a multibillion-dollar state operation that has absorbed withering criticism from several high-ranking elected leaders over lax management and legally questionable practices which only ...
The lottery would continue to provide money for public school funding and veteran services. Since 1997, the lottery has provided $34 billion to public schools. It has generated $267 million for ...
The embattled Texas lottery has a new governing structure, but fans of the scratch-off and numbers-drawing games can still rest easy. Here's why.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation to abolish the state’s lottery commission on June 20, but the changes aren’t as drastic as they might sound — at least, not yet. Here’s what you ...
For most Texas lottery players, these changes wouldn’t impact their ability to play. The proposed restrictions are in response to two jackpots, one in 2023 and one in February, that were won through ...
MIDLAND, Texas — Lottery players in Texas will soon face new rules and restrictions, following the passage of a new law that changes how and where tickets can be purchased. Gov. Greg Abbott ...
DALLAS — The Texas House on Monday gave final approval to a bill that would preserve the state lottery, but subject it to a series of reforms.