Highlights for Nebraska Lottery at 30 • Nebraska Exams
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Lottery has reached a milestone: Proceeds transferred back to state programs in its 30-year history now exceed $1 billion.
Nebraska Lottery Director Brian Rockey said in announcing the campaign on Tuesday that his team was proud to work with players and retailers to “contribute” to the state.
Brian Rockey, Director of the Nebraska Lottery (Courtesy of the Nebraska Department of Revenue)
Rockey said buying lottery tickets supports “just causes” across the state.
“Approximately 25 cents of every dollar spent on lottery products supports the environment, education, the Nebraska State Fair and problem gambler assistance…Together we are building a better Nebraska ,” he said.
The Nebraska Lottery’s total April sales reached $4 billion (since 1993).
Proceeds from the sale of Scratch and Lotto tickets have been distributed since the Nebraska Lottery began operations on September 11, 1993. Dollar.
All 93 Nebraska counties benefit from lottery proceeds, which include funding for programs such as wildlife habitat restoration, college student aid, state fair improvements and assistance for gambling addicts, according to a news release. support.
Karl Elmshaeuser, executive director of the Nebraska Environmental Trust, said the trust operates a competitive grant program for natural resource projects, providing funding through a lottery for projects that affect soil management, habitat, surface water and groundwater. Received funds.
Michael Baumgartner, executive director of the Higher Education Coordinating Council, said lottery proceeds have helped hundreds of thousands of Nebraska students pay for college.
“The cost of college is the number one reason given by those who don’t attend college or drop out without earning a certificate or degree, and financial aid is a lifeline for many students,” he said.
In 2004, the National Fair was added as a beneficiary fund.
“The Nebraska Lottery gives us the opportunity to host a safe and comfortable event for every Nebraskan while also supporting our state’s agricultural and traditional roots,” said Executive Director Jaime Parr.
Lottery proceeds will help pay for new facilities when the show moves to Grand Island in 2010, Parr said.
Proceeds from the lottery will also be donated to the state’s problem gambler assistance program. Director David Geier said the funding is used to provide counselor training and free counseling services at 30 clinics in 11 towns across Nebraska.
“As gambling continues to expand, Gambler’s Assistance will be an important service for those who experience problems due to uncontrolled gambling,” Gale said.
A 2004 constitutional amendment passed by Nebraska voters established the funding formula. Breakdown and earnings to date:
Nebraska Environmental Trust Fund, 44.5%, $430.7 million since 1993. ) Legislature-directed education, 44.5%; $449.2 million since 1993. Dollar.
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