Category: State Politics & Policy
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Virginia’s Record $348 Million Lottery Jackpot Won—What It Means for Education and the Commonwealth
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Key Takeaways The largest lottery jackpot in Virginia history, worth $348 million, was recently claimed by a Burgess resident. This historic win highlights Virginia Lottery’s significant contribution to public education funding, totaling over $901 million in FY2025. All lottery profits support K-12 education, now providing nearly 10% of Virginia’s education…