The National Lottery said any impact on sales would result in a reduction in the contribution to good causes, noting that almost 30 cent in every euro spent on National Lottery games goes back to good causes all over Ireland. More than €227 million was raised last year alone, or over €620,000 a day, it said. “Unlike the National Lottery, the offshore operators are not regulated. Their products require no approvals and they do not have the same strict responsible play and sales codes of practices that the National Lottery have,” a spokesman said.

LOTTO Hessen has several reasons to celebrate. Thus, the state lottery - society celebrates not only 70th anniversary, the Hesse are also with per capita use of 106.34 euros nationwide at the top, achieved at the Euro Jackpot 2018 annual record sales of 150.5 million euros (a Plus 60, 9 percent compared to 2017), looked back with 656.6 million sales even on the second best year in the company's history and registered in 2018 the highest ever paid out of 382.3 euros in cash or transfer to Hessen Tipper. Comment by Dr. Heinz-Georg Sundermann, Managing Director of LOTTO Hessen: "Never in our history have we made Hesse so happy".

If House Bill 175 passes, online betting could be legal in Kentucky. If it’s legal, that means the state can tax it. That new tax money can then help pay for part of Kentucky’s pension system.

Because of its landmark revenues, PCSO General Manager Alexander Balutan said the agency was able to remit P2.535 billion to the national government, making it the sixth among top Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCC) to remit dividends for 2018. The general manager said the agency is looking forward to further accomplishments in 2019 and assured the public that the agency will remain focused on delivering efficient and charitable services to all Filipinos nationwide. 

Canadian town of Innisfil has received more than $80 million since 2001 through gaming revenue payments

“What an incredible 15 years!” said Rebecca Hargrove, President and CEO of the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation. “This record transfer to education couldn’t have been possible without the help of so many. From the enthusiasm of our players and hard work of our retailers to guidance from our Board of Directors and the dedication and talent of our Lottery employees, this success is a true team effort.”  Watch a news clip from WKRN.com 

Contributions to the State of Maryland from December 2018 casino gaming revenue totaled $61,032,048, including $45,792,178 for the Education Trust Fund. Casino gaming revenues also support local communities and jurisdictions where the six casinos are located, as well as Maryland’s horse racing industry.

Nearly 30 cent in every euro spent on all National Lottery games was returned to good causes covering sport, youth, health, community, arts, heritage and the Irish language

"Several factors contributed to Lottery's success in 2018, including strong relationships with our retailers, research and development of new game ideas, exceptional teamwork across the organization and the greatly appreciated support of our players," said Commissioner Brian O. Neill.

Sarah Taylor, Hoosier Lottery executive director, said the increased MegaMillions and Powerball sales prompted the lottery to boost its projected annual profit payment to the state to $303 million. "This revenue is transferred to the state of Indiana to support teacher, firefighter and police officer pensions, and reduce auto excise taxes," Taylor said

Executive Director of the Arizona Lottery, Gregg Edgar, says this was an opportunity to make an impact on those who have served our nation in uniform