HB 5182

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Lottery Law. Allows the Department of the Lottery to offer Lotto, Lucky Day Lotto, Mega Millions, Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, and other draw games that are offered at retail locations, as well as interactive instant win games, through the Internet program. Requires the private manager to obtain the Director of the Lottery's approval before providing any draw games or interactive instant win games. Provides that any games that are approved for sale by Lottery retail licensees are automatically approved for sale on the Internet. Removes certain provisions concerning the Department of the Lottery submitting a request to the United States Department of Justice to review the State's plan to implement the Internet program. Removes provisions prohibiting the Department from proceeding with the Internet program until a private manager is selected. Effective immediately.