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Washington: Does the state have a lottery?

Has a state lottery

Yes. Washington has a state lottery, created in 1982 and run by the state lottery commission.

State law created a five-member state lottery commission in 1982. Washington's Lottery says proceeds first funded schools, and that education became its main beneficiary after a 2000 vote. Powerball and Mega Millions are sold. State law bars selling lottery tickets over the internet.

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What the law says

There is created the state lottery commission to consist of five members appointed by the governor with the consent of the senate.

RCW 67.70.030

Sources

RCW 67.70.030 Official · app.leg.wa.gov
RCW 67.70.040 Official · app.leg.wa.gov
Washington's Lottery: About Official · walottery.com

Confirm with the state

Agency: Washington's Lottery
Phone: (360) 810-2888
Website: walottery.com

How bordering states compare

Idaho Has a state lotteryIdaho runs a state lottery, allowed by its constitution and operated by the Idaho State Lottery since 1989.
Oregon Has a state lotteryOregon has a state lottery, approved by voters in 1984 and run by the Oregon State Lottery Commission.

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