Massachusetts legislation levels competitive field for lottery sales

New laws that help level the playing field for lotteries between online and physical retailers have been signed into law by the governor of Massachusetts.

The New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association states that the legislation contains several important protections pushed for by the convenience store industry to preserve brick-and-mortar businesses and create a competitive environment when the new system is implemented. The legislation also legalized a new online lottery, called iLottery.

 

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Massachusetts lawmakers have passed legislation aimed at leveling the competitive landscape for lottery sales. This change is intended to support the state lottery's transition to online platforms, helping it compete more effectively with digital gambling and lottery services while maintaining revenue for public programs.

 

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The governor of Massachusetts has signed new laws aimed at creating a more level playing field between online and physical lottery retailers. According to the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association, the legislation includes key protections for brick-and-mortar businesses, ensuring a competitive environment as the new system is implemented. Additionally, the legislation legalizes a new online lottery, iLottery, which will further expand access to lottery games in the state.