A short summary for the most-asked states. This is a pointer, not a substitute for counsel — state law changes.
| State | Key points |
|---|---|
| California | Official rules and AMOE required. Odds disclosure required. No registration threshold, but CA consumer-protection law (CCPA) overlays data handling. |
| New York | Registration + $50,000 bond required if total prize value >$5,000. 30-day advance filing. |
| Florida | Registration + bond required if total prize value >$5,000. 7-day advance filing. Disclosure of winners available on request. |
| Texas | No registration threshold. Standard AMOE + rules apply. |
| Rhode Island | Registration required for retail-linked sweepstakes with prize >$500. |
| Washington | Specific disclosures for any random-chance promotion. |
| Arizona | Specific rules for "chance" vs "skill" — document the skill element carefully. |
Full 50-state coverage is a long-term expansion of this FAQ. Until then, if your campaign is US-wide and above $5,000 in prize value, assume NY and FL registration is required, and file at least 7 days before launch.