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SF1891 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Retailer contracts provisions modification

Related bill: HF1867

AI Generated Summary

This bill modifies provisions related to retailer contracts for the state lottery in Minnesota. It introduces a new definition of "responsible lottery official," referring to officers, directors, or owners overseeing lottery ticket sales.

Key amendments include: 1. Retailer Qualifications: - Prohibits contracts with individuals under 18, those selling only lottery tickets, those owing $500 or more in delinquent taxes, or those convicted of certain crimes within the past five years. - Prohibits contracts with organizations whose responsible lottery officials fail to meet these qualifications. - Allows disqualified organizations to still contract if they sever ties with disqualifying individuals.

  1. Contract Cancellation, Suspension, and Renewal Refusal:
    • Requires cancellation if a retailer or responsible lottery official is convicted of certain crimes, commits fraud, provides false information, or harms public confidence in the lottery.
    • Allows suspension or refusal to renew for reasons such as relocating, failing to account for tickets or proceeds, breaking lottery rules, or violating laws.
    • Gives the director authority to temporarily suspend contracts without prior notice, with a hearing provided within seven days upon request.

The bill strengthens oversight of lottery retailers, ensuring financial responsibility, legal compliance, and public confidence in the integrity of the lottery system.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 26, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 26, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toState and Local Government
February 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toState and Local Government

Citations

 
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Includes new disqualifying criteria for retailers."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This bill modifies lottery retailer contract qualifications under section 349A.06, subdivision 2.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies criteria related to a retailer's financial stability and previous convictions."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "349A.06",
    "subdivision": "2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Authorizes director to cancel contracts based on changes in business location or failure to maintain sales volume."
      ],
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      ],
      "summary": "This bill alters conditions for cancellation, suspension, or non-renewal of lottery contracts under section 349A.06, subdivision 11.",
      "modified": [
        "Expands the criteria for contract cancellation and suspension."
      ]
    },
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  },
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    "analysis": {
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        ""
      ],
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        ""
      ],
      "summary": "References criteria related to delinquent taxes disallowing certain retailer contracts.",
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      ]
    },
    "citation": "270C.72",
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  }
]

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