§ 42-61.2-2 Division of state lottery authorized to operate video lotteries. – (a) Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law, the division of state lottery is authorized to conduct and control video lottery games under its authority.
(b) Video lottery terminals may only be installed and operated at pari-mutuel licensee facilities existing as of June 30, 1992, as defined in § 42-61.2-1(4) which are specifically approved by the state lottery director, to be licensed video lottery retailers according to rules and regulations set forth by the director.
(c) Commencing July 1, 2005, the number of video lottery terminals to be installed at pari-mutuel license facilities shall be established by the general assembly.
(d) Pursuant to Article 6, section 15 of the Rhode Island Constitution, the general assembly shall determine the type of lotteries conducted.