6560-S2.E AMH BUSH MATT 33

E2SSB 6560 - H AMD 0585 FAILED 3-14-02

By Representative Bush

     On page 3, after line 33, insert the following:

ANEW SECTION. Sec. 5.  A new section is added to chapter 67.70 RCW to read as follows:

     The lottery commission shall ensure that the following statement is made in any advertising or promotion of any lottery game conducted under the direction of the commission:

    "CAUTION:  Participation in gambling activity may result in pathological gambling behavior causing emotional and financial harm.  For help, call 1-800-547-6133."

     For purposes of this section, advertising includes print media, point-of-sale advertising, electronic media, billboards, and radio advertising.@

correct the title

EFFECT: Requires the commission when promoting games to include a warning about potential pathological gambling behavior linked to participation in gambling activity.