Bill
HB 4004
Overview: HB 4004 - Gaming: lottery; multistate lottery games; allow winner to remain anonymous. Amends sec. 25 of 1972 PA 239 (MCL 432.25).Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to all
Overview: HB 4004 - Gaming: lottery; multistate lottery games; allow winner to remain anonymous. Amends sec. 25 of 1972 PA 239 (MCL 432.25).
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to allow lottery winners in multistate lottery games, such as Powerball or Mega Millions, to remain anonymous and not have their identities publicly disclosed.
Key Provisions:
- Amends the existing state lottery law to permit lottery winners to request that their names and other identifying information be kept confidential
- Requires the state lottery agency to honor requests for anonymity and not publicly disclose the winner's identity
- Provides exceptions to the anonymity requirement, such as for tax purposes or in cases of suspected fraud or criminal activity
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Lottery winners, who may prefer to maintain their privacy and avoid the public attention that can come with winning a large jackpot
- The state lottery agency, which must implement the new anonymity policies and procedures
- The general public, who may have reduced access to information about lottery winners
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs, indicating it is currently under consideration by the legislature. If passed, the new anonymity provisions would likely take effect immediately or within a short timeframe to allow the lottery agency to update its policies and procedures.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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