Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB3070 abolishes the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring all regulatory authority to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) effective September 1, 2025. Crucially, the legislation criminalizes the operation of third-party lottery courier apps and imposes strict Class B Misdemeanor liability on retailers for age verification failures and exceeding transaction limits.
Sen. Bob Hall·Senate Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Significant regulatory changes (effective 2025-09-01). Review with your legal and compliance teams to understand implications.
Affected business types:
highSignificant operational investment may be required.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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Common questions about SB3070
SB3070 abolishes the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring all regulatory authority to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) effective September 1, 2025. Crucially, the legislation criminalizes the operation of third-party lottery courier apps and imposes strict Class B Misdemeanor liability on retailers for age verification failures and exceeding transaction limits.
SB3070 was authored by Texas Senator Bob Hall during the Regular Session.
SB3070 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
SB3070 is enforced by State Auditor's Office (Annual Audits), Sunset Advisory Commission (Limited-scope review), Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation (TCLR) and Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
The regulatory priority for SB3070 is rated as "critical". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB3070 is estimated as "high". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB3070 addresses topics including amusements, games, sports, crimes, crimes--miscellaneous, state agencies, boards & commissions and sunset.
Key dates for SB3070: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Adopt rules necessary to implement the Act, including rules for the new Lottery Advisory Committee and Bingo Advisory Committee. (As soon as practicable after 2025-09-01); Develop and enter into a memorandum of understanding regarding the transfer of functions, including a transition plan. (2025-12-01). Consult with legal counsel rega
SB3070 establishes the following penalties: criminal penalty of Class A Misdemeanor for Facilitating the play of a lottery game by telephone, Internet application, or mobile Internet application for compensation (effectively banning lottery courier apps).; criminal penalty of Class C Misdemeanor for Purchasing or ordering a lottery ticket by telephone, Internet application, or mobile Internet application.; criminal penalty of Class B Misdemeanor for Selling more than 100 lottery tickets to a single individual in a single transaction.. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
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