Summary
Colorado plans to allow the purchase of lottery tickets online and with credit cards by 2027. State lawmakers are pushing back against this change, hoping to keep ticket sales limited to cash transactions at physical locations. A bill aiming to block these changes will be discussed in a committee hearing on March 3.
Key Facts
- Colorado Lottery Commission approved online and credit card sales of lottery tickets to start by 2027.
- The goal is to modernize the lottery system and increase funding for projects like parks and wildlife.
- Governor Jared Polis supports the rule change for modernization.
- Some lawmakers want a legislative review or public vote before the changes are applied.
- Senate Bill 117 (SB26‑117) was introduced to block these changes.
- Lawmakers are concerned about potential increases in gambling addiction and consumer debt.
- A committee will review the bill on March 3 for further discussion.
