Lottery opponents argue that the lottery’s role in state finances is minimal, that it costs state money to run, and that it deceives people into parting with their money on the false hope that they will win big. Whether these arguments are true or false, there is no doubt that the lottery is an important part of American culture.

New York

The New York Lottery is the state-operated lottery in New York. It began in 1967 and is run by the New York State Gaming Commission. It provides revenue to the state’s public education system and is headquartered in Schenectady.

Illinois

Last year was one of the best years for the Illinois Lottery, with sales reaching $1.6 billion, a $240 million increase over the previous year. The Illinois lottery also provided $800 million in prizes for lottery winners, as well as $590 million for the state’s common school fund. The Illinois Lottery has had frequent, giant Lotto jackpots.

New Mexico

The New Mexico lottery is run by the government of the state and was established in 1996. It is a member of the Multi-State Lottery Association and offers both draw and scratch-off games.

Rhode Island

The Rhode Island Lottery is operated by the government of the state of Rhode Island. It was first established in 1973, following a constitutional amendment. It is a charter member of the Multi-State Lottery Association.

Delaware

The Lottery in Delaware is a state-run lottery that generates revenue for the state’s general fund. This money is used for many state programs and services. Since its inception, the lottery has generated billions of dollars for the state.

Massachusetts

Players in Massachusetts can play games of chance or skill, such as bingo or beano, to win big money. The amount of the jackpot depends on the number of ticket sales in the state. The jackpot can’t exceed $1 billion. Massachusetts residents can also play in two multi-state draw games. Each has a different jackpot amount, which can reach hundreds of millions of dollars if the winning number is called in.

Connecticut

If you live in Connecticut, you may have heard of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CT Lottery). This corporation was created in 1971 by Public Act No. 865, and tickets were first sold on February 15, 1972.