The Oregon Lottery is seeking public comment on proposed changes to state regulations covering lottery courier sales. The available report does not give details of the proposed rules or a consultation deadline.
Any rule changes could affect how lottery couriers sell tickets in Oregon.
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The available page text says Lotto.com ceased lottery courier operations in Texas as the legislature approved a ban. It provides no further details about the legislative measure or the company’s exit.
The Coalition of Texas Lottery Couriers denied that its members violated Texas Lottery Commission rules, disputing the commission’s claims that couriers may have breached 13 regulations. The coalition said its members use app-based services, purchase tickets through licensed retailers and check customers’ identities; it also rejected allegations involving advertising, ticket sales and bulk purchases.
Lotto.com has launched in Puerto Rico, its first market outside the US mainland, reportedly offering draw games through its online lottery courier service. The company said prizes below $1,200 are credited to players’ accounts, while it helps winners of larger amounts claim them through Lotería Electrónica.
TheLotter said it would stop accepting New Jersey lottery orders from 19 November and suspend operations in the state. Existing orders, multi-draw packages and later subscription draws will be cancelled and refunded, with customers able to withdraw funds until 17 February 2026; the company said it plans to redirect resources to other markets.
The Oregon Lottery reported that sports betting handle rose 20% year on year in August to $72.4 million.