SB 819 — Lottery, Casino Gaming, Etc.; Va. Lottery Shall Study Responsibility Of Gaming, Age Verification
SB 819 requires the Virginia Lottery to study the responsibility of gaming and implement age verification measures to prevent minors from accessing lottery and casino gaming services. The bill aims to address child safety concerns related to gambling accessibility. It is currently in the General Laws committee and has not yet been enacted.
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