On Dec. 30, 2024, age verification was implemented on all lottery ticket self-service vending machines across the state. By law, players must be 18 years or older to purchase Texas Lottery® tickets or redeem prizes at retail locations.
Texas Lottery adds age verification to self-service vending machines
Jan 9, 2025 · As of Dec. 30, 2024, the Texas Lottery has officially introduced an additional step when purchasing tickets using a self-service vending machine that aims to curtail underage gambling.
Texas Lottery self-service vending machines now require age ...
Jan 8, 2025 · Players purchasing scratch tickets or draw game tickets from Texas Lottery vending machines are now required to scan their government-issued photo ID at the machine. The new measures were put into place on Dec. 30, 2024, in an effort to prevent underage purchases.
Texas tightens rules for lottery vending machines: What you …
Jan 9, 2025 · HOUSTON — Purchasing lottery tickets from a vending machine will take a few extra steps now, according to the Texas Lottery Commission. The commission has introduced a new age...
Texas Lottery Implements ID Scans at Vending Machines to …
Jan 9, 2025 · Purchasing a Texas lottery ticket from a vending machine now requires players to scan a government-issued photo ID, a move designed to enforce age restrictions.
Age verification required at self-service lottery machines - Spectrum News
Jan 8, 2025 · TEXAS — Those purchasing lottery tickets at self-service vending machines in Texas will now be required to verify their age. With the new rule, players will have to scan a valid and unexpired ID at a self-service Texas Lottery vending machine.
Texas steps up lottery age enforcement with new tech
Jan 8, 2025 · The Texas Lottery Commission launched new age verification measures for self-service vending machines on December 30, 2024. The move aims to prevent minors from purchasing lottery tickets through automated channels, marking a significant step forward in consumer protection and responsible gambling practices. How the new system works
Texas Lottery Commission has introduced a new step for players ...
Jan 7, 2025 · On Dec. 30, 2024, age verification was implemented on all lottery ticket self-service vending machines across the state. By law, players must be 18 years or older to purchase Texas Lottery ® tickets or redeem prizes at retail locations.
Texas Lottery adds new security measure to vending machines
Jan 7, 2025 · Texas Lottery players will be required to scan their ID at self-service lottery ticket vending machines. It is part of an effort to make sure lottery players are 18 or older.
Texas Lottery's New Age Verification System At Vending Machines
Jan 10, 2025 · Under this added measure, players seeking to purchase scratch tickets or draw game tickets from lottery vending machines, which are available at select retail locations, are now required to scan their government-issued photo ID at the machine.
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