New Hampshire 2024 Regular Session

New Hampshire Senate Bill SB597

Introduced
2/2/24  
Refer
2/2/24  
Report Pass
2/21/24  
Engrossed
3/12/24  
Refer
3/12/24  
Report Pass
4/25/24  
Enrolled
5/30/24  
Chaptered
6/20/24  

Caption

Relative to lucky 7 ticket dispenser devices.

Impact

If enacted, SB597 would change New Hampshire state law regarding the sale of lucky 7 tickets by allowing dispenser devices to operate without the requirement for printing tickets. This amendment is intended to accommodate advancements in technology and improve the efficiency of ticket dispensing at licensed facilities. Additionally, the bill could potentially lead to increased sales of lucky 7 tickets by allowing for a more user-friendly experience without the need for physical tickets.

Summary

Senate Bill 597 proposes to amend the existing regulations surrounding lucky 7 ticket dispenser devices by removing the requirement for these devices to produce a paper or cardboard ticket. This legislative change aims to modernize the gaming process associated with lucky 7 tickets, allowing for more flexibility in how the devices operate. Currently, the law mandates that any dispensing device must include an option to print a ticket; the new bill seeks to eliminate this necessity, which proponents argue will streamline operations and enhance user experience.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward, it may raise concerns among groups advocating for responsible gaming and consumer protection. Critics might argue that removing the ticket-printing requirement could make it harder to monitor transactions and ensure compliance with gaming regulations. There could also be apprehension regarding how this change affects oversight and transparency in charitable gaming contexts, as lucky 7 sales often fund local charities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH LD1902

An Act to Support Nonprofit Organizations by Authorizing the Operation of Electronic Lucky Seven Devices and Similar Sealed Ticket Games

NH S0980

Nicotine Dispensing Devices

NH LB60

Eliminate the restriction on selling a lottery ticket through a vending or dispensing device under the State Lottery Act

NH HB1076

relative to authorizing or rescinding the use of electronic ballot counting devices.

NH HB1702

relative to notice requirements and enforcement for pharmacies dispensing medications intended to induce chemical abortions.

NH LD1490

An Act to Allow Nonprofit Organizations to Sell Progressive Sealed Ticket Games and to Offer Partner-assisted Beano

NH HB1735

(New Title) relative to the practice of pharmacy, the dispensing of certain medications by pharmacists, and permitting treatment of certain severe illness under the right to try act.

NH SB504

(New Title) relative to the practice of pharmacy and the dispensing of certain medications by pharmacists, authorizing the establishment of experimental treatment centers, and permitting treatment of certain severe illness under the right to try act.

NH HB1298

relative to the disposal of electronic ballot counting device external memory devices.

NH S0928

Nonapproved Disposable Nicotine Dispensing Devices

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.