9/23/2008 - 1:26 PM

Louisiana Lottery Transfers More Than $10 Million from August Revenue to the State Treasury

The Louisiana Lottery Corporation announced today that it has transferred more than $10 million from August revenue to the state treasury department, bringing its fiscal year total transfers to $20.4 million.

Lottery President Rose Hudson said that August revenue of $28.7 million resulted in $10,053,780 being sent to the state treasury.

"Since the Lottery's inception, we have generated more than $5.6 billion from scratch-off and draw-style game ticket sales, which has resulted in more than $2 billion for the state of Louisiana," said Lottery President Rose Hudson. 

Under state law, the treasury department receives 35 percent of every $1 in Lottery sales, which is earmarked for the Minimum Foundation Program that funds public education in Louisiana. At least 50 percent of sales is used to fund Lottery prizes, and retailers receive at least 5 percent as commission on ticket sales. Less than 10 percent is retained by the Lottery for operating costs.

Hudson noted that Lottery ticket purchasers must be at least 21 years of age and encouraged anyone with a gambling problem, or friends of anyone with a gambling problem, to call toll-free 1-877-770-7867 for assistance.