nh-2026-178: Rules for Lottery Intercept
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Summary
Readopt w/Amendment
The agency’s own summary, as published.
The rule, in full
482 words as published, September 17, 2026. View the original →
STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE RULES STATE HOUSE ANNEX 25 CAPITOL STREET, ROOM 234 CONCORD, NH 03301 RulemakingNoticeForm Notice Number: 2026-178 Rule Number: Lot 900
1. Agency: Lottery Commission
Agency Address: New Hampshire Lottery & Gaming Division 14 Integra Drive Concord, NH 03301
6. (a) Summary of what the rule says and of any proposed amendments including
whether the rule implements a state statute for the first time: The Lottery & Gaming Commission is proposing to readopt, with amendment, Chapter Lot 900 governing lottery intercept. The rule outlines procedures for withholding all or a part of a player’s lottery prize to pay past due child support. The proposed amendments clarify the rule but do not change the existing process. Does this rule implement a state statute for the first time? No 6. (b) Brief description of the groups affected: Winners of lottery games who are past due on child support payments are affected by this rulemaking. ADMINISTRATIVE RULES (603) 271-3680 Generated on 09/09/2026 6. (c) Specific section or sections of state statute or federal statute or regulation which the rule is intended to implement: Rule Specific State Statute which the Rule Implements Lot 900 RSA 284:21-v
7. Contact person for copies and questions including requests to accommodate
persons with disabilities: Name: Valerie Connor Title: Director of Regulatory Compliance Address: Lottery & Gaming Commission 14 Integra Drive Phone Number: (603) 230-3108 Concord, NH 03301 FAX Number: (603) 271-1160 Email: valerie.a.connor@lottery.nh.us
8. Deadline for submission of materials in writing or, if practicable for the agency, in
the electronic format specified: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 _ Fax X Email valerie.a.connor@lottery.nh.us _ Other
9. Public hearing scheduled for:
Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM Place: NH Lottery & Gaming Commission 14 Integra Drive Concord, NH 03301 Electronic Access, if applicable: N/A
10. Fiscal Impact Statement (Prepared by Legislative Budget Assistant):
FIS #: 26:195, dated: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
1. Comparison of the costs of the proposed rule(s) to the existing rule(s):
There is no difference in costs when comparing the proposed rules to the existing rules.
2. Cite the Federal mandate. Identify the impact on state funds:
No federal mandate, no impact on state funds. ADMINISTRATIVE RULES (603) 271-3680 Generated on 09/09/2026
C. To independently owned businesses:
None. 11. Statement Relative to Part I, Article 28-a of the N.H. Constitution: The proposed rules modify an existing program or responsibility, but do not mandate any fees, duties, or expenditures on the political subdivisions of the state, and therefore do not violate Part I, Article 28-a of the NH constitution. ADMINISTRATIVE RULES (603) 271-3680 Generated on 09/09/2026
Documents
- Full text (state register) · September 17, 2026
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