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Authorizes the director of the division of the lottery to sell advertising space on lottery tickets
In Assembly Committee · Ways And Means · Sponsor Michael Cusick
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BILL NUMBER:S6767
Title of bill
An act to amend the tax law, in relation to authorizing the director of the division of the lottery to sell advertising space on lottery tickets
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill would allow the Director of the Division of Lottery - subject to applicable laws regarding public contracts to contract for the placement of advertising on lottery tickets, shares and other available media under the Division of Lottery's control.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1 of the bill would allow the Director of the Division of Lottery subject to applicable laws regarding public contracts -- to contract for the placement of advertising or other promotional material on lottery tickets, shares and other available media under the Division of Lottery's control. It may include advertising for alcoholic beverages if such advertising promotes responsible consumption; but advertising for the use of tobacco products will not be allowed.
Justification
Advertising space is available on lottery tickets; there is the potential to generate considerable revenue for New York State by contracting out for this advertising space.
Prior legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
There would be no cost to New York state and there could potentially be large amounts of revenue generated.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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