What Is the CLS Policy from B22 Park? 

The CLS Policy (Community Lottery System) from B22 Park proposes a non-traditional, community-based lottery model that reinvests proceeds directly into local infrastructure, education, and insurance programs. Unlike commercial lotteries, CLS is designed to: 

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• Be government-managed and community-focused. 

• Offer micro-insurance and public benefit payouts. 

• Avoid predatory gambling structures by capping ticket purchases and redirecting profits to public services. 

 
 

How CLS Could Benefit Alabama — Even Without a Traditional Lottery 

Although Alabama currently prohibits state-run lotteries under Article IV, Section 65 of its constitution, the CLS model could be adapted in ways that do not violate existing laws, especially if structured as: 

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• A community investment fund with voluntary contributions. 

• A raffle-style insurance pool for disaster relief or education. 

• A pilot program run by municipalities or nonprofits with state oversight. 

 
 

How CLS Could Save Alabama Money 

1. Disaster Relief Pooling 
   CLS could fund micro-insurance for small businesses and families, reducing the need for state-funded emergency grants. 

2. Education Subsidies 
   Redirected proceeds could support scholarships or school repairs, reducing reliance on general fund allocations. 

3. Reduced Social Service Demand 
   By stabilizing vulnerable communities financially, CLS could lower demand for welfare, housing, and food assistance programs. 

 
 

How CLS Could Generate Revenue for Alabama 

1. Voluntary Participation Revenue 
   Even without a formal lottery, CLS could generate millions in voluntary contributions or ticket-style entries for community raffles. 

2. Local Economic Stimulus 
   Funds reinvested into neighborhoods could boost small business activity, increasing sales and property tax revenue. 

3. Federal Matching Opportunities 
   If CLS is framed as a public insurance or resilience initiative, Alabama could qualify for federal grants or matching funds. 

 
 

Strategic Framing for Alabama 

To make CLS viable in Alabama: 

• Frame it as a community insurance and investment tool, not gambling. 

• Pilot it through nonprofits or local governments. 

• Emphasize transparency, equity, and capped participation to avoid moral objections.