| Rule Number: |
25P034 |
| Title: |
Updated Vermont Lottery Rules - CVR 01-130-001. |
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Type:
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Standard |
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Status:
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Adopted |
| Agency: |
Department of Liquor and Lottery
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| Legal Authority: |
31 V.S.A. § 651 |
| Summary:
| The proposed rule change to CVR 01-130-001 updates Vermont’s Lottery regulations to align with statutory changes following the legislative consolidation of the Department of Liquor Control and the Vermont Lottery Commission into the Department of Liquor and Lottery. It replaces outdated references (e.g., “Director” to “Commissioner,” “Commission” to “Board”), expands the Commissioner’s authority, clarifies licensing eligibility, and outlines updated conditions for license suspension or revocation. The revisions introduce new definitions, streamline administrative procedures, and reinforce consumer protections—such as prohibiting prize payouts to minors and requiring conspicuous license display. These changes modernize the rules to reflect current business practices and statutory authority. |
| Persons Affected:
| Vermont Lottery players (general public); Individuals seeking to become licensed Lottery agents; Existing Lottery Sales Agents and their employees; Minors (explicit protections added regarding sales and prize redemption); Retail businesses licensed to sell Vermont Lottery products (e.g., convenience stores, grocery stores, gas stations); Corporations or partnerships applying for or holding Lottery licenses; Third-party vendors providing equipment, services, or marketing support to the Lottery; Insurance companies involved in covering losses from stolen tickets; Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery; Board of Liquor and Lottery; Vermont Department of Taxes (for licensee tax compliance checks); Vermont Department of Labor (for unemployment insurance compliance); Vermont Agency of Human Services – Child Support Division (for licensee compliance checks); Local law enforcement agencies (ticket theft/loss reporting); VT Secretary of State (rule filing and publications); |
| Economic Impact:
| The proposed rule changes have minimal economic impact overall. For Lottery Sales Agents—many of whom are small businesses—there may be minor administrative costs related to updated license agreements, recordkeeping, and display requirements. However, these are offset by increased clarity, streamlined procedures, and the removal of outdated obligations, such as installation deposits. The Department of Liquor and Lottery benefits from improved operational efficiency, clearer enforcement authority, and alignment with current statutes, reducing legal and administrative risk. The public benefits from enhanced consumer protections and more transparent rules. No new fees are introduced, and the proposed changes impose minimal to no financial burden on any category of stakeholders. |
| Posting date: |
Aug 20,2025 |
