People using Texas Lottery self-service vending machines now need to scan their government-issued photo ID before purchasing games or redeeming prizes to prove they are at least 18.

The Texas Lottery Commission has added an age verification requirement to its self-service vending machines in an effort to prevent minors from purchasing lottery tickets. The news comes as the commission continues its work to promote “responsible gambling and consumer protection.

The commission has introduced a new age verification measure for self-service vending machines to prevent the sale of lottery tickets to minors.

The age verification technology was installed in all lottery ticket self-service machines across Texas on December 30.

AUSTIN - The Texas Lottery has added extra security measures to its self-service vending machines. Lottery players will be required to scan their ID at self-service vending machines. It is part of the effort by the Texas Lottery Commission to make sure players are 18 years old or older.

The Texas Lottery Commission has recently introduced a new step for players purchasing games at self-service vending machines.

Machines read the barcode located on the back of most state-issued IDs, using the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators age verification system.