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Lottery-Related Links
The Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) is a non-profit, government- benefit association headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. It's owned and operated by its member lotteries, one of which is the Louisiana Lottery. It operates multistate games such as Powerball.
The Mega Millions consortium of lotteries operates Mega Millions with drawings conducted live in Atlanta, Georgia at 10 p.m. CST, Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has produced this special Web site to help consumers spot, stop and avoid cross-border fraud. You also can review examples of the Federal Trade Commissions recent law enforcement actions against cross-border scam artists, and learn how the agency is working with law enforcement agencies in other countries to combat this multi-billion dollar problem.
 The North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) is a trade association of North American lotteries. On their Web site, you can find a list of links to other jurisdictional lotteries.
Problem Gambling Links
Louisiana State Department of Health and Hospitals Office for Addictive Disorders provides a full list treatment services for problem and compulsive gamblers in all regions of the state. For additional information or to schedule an appointment you may also call the toll-free information and referral line at 1-877-770-7867.
The Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling has useful information on seeking help and treatment options.
Funded by the Office of Addictive Disorders, this Web site, The Gamble, targets youth to prevent underage gambling.
The Attorney General's Office Gambling Treatment Referral Program is designed to help first or second offenders whose non-violent criminal activity is directly related to problem gambling receive treatment instead of prison time.
Other State Links
This web site provides a way for hurricane victims to register their home ownership information to receive federal funding allocated for rebuilding Louisiana.
This Louisiana state government official website provides the latest information and resources regarding relief and assistance provided by the state government for citizens impacted by Hurricane Katrina.
 The State of Louisiana proudly introduces the Student Tuition Assistance Revenue Trust Program, commonly referred to as the "START Savings Program."
INFO Louisiana. The homepage of the State of Louisiana. This is the entry point for Louisiana State Government Information and Services.
Crime Stoppers. The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, in partnership with Crime Stoppers and law enforcement statewide, has created a cold case playing card deck. These cards highlight 52 unsolved violent homicide, missing person and unidentified remains cases that have occurred throughout the state.
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