The bill “will not restore integrity to the Texas Lottery — I don’t even know if that’s possible,” said Sen. Bob Hall, R-Edgewood, who initially filed the proposal.

Texas lottery executives blessed a scheme that ensured one player would win a $95 million jackpot in 2023. The caper has underscored a sense that almost nothing is on the level. Texas lottery ...

State Sen. Bob Hall’s bill could end the Texas Lottery as lawmakers debate courier bans and budget gaps tied to schools and ...

The Texas lottery was established in 1991 and sends a portion of its annual revenue to public education. In 2024, that meant about $2 billion sent to the state’s public school fund.

The Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) unanimously approved new rules on Tuesday that will revoke the license of any retailer who operates, or works with, a lottery courier service, which allows ...