Indiana lawmakers propose sweepstakes-game definition and $100,000 penalties
Indiana lawmakers introduced House Bill 1052 on 5 December, proposing a statutory definition for online sweepstakes games and civil penalties of $100,000 per violation. The bill would authorise the Indiana Gaming Commission to penalise operators or individuals conducting such games online in Indiana or in transactions involving Indiana players. If enacted, it would take effect on 1 July 2026.
The proposal could expose sweepstakes-game operators serving Indiana players to civil penalties of $100,000 per violation.