Buying tickets for a state lottery is a common activity among citizens in a few states. In addition to the lottery itself, many states also have websites that sell lottery tickets online. However, most states require that lottery tickets be purchased in person.

The New York State Lottery was established in 1966. In addition to a wide variety of draw games, it also offers a number of multi-jurisdictional games. While the New York lottery has experienced some criticism in the past, its sales figures have consistently exceeded national averages. Its website offers an app for Android and iOS that allows players to scan their tickets and check the results of their draws. The lottery also has a map of retailers.

The RI Lottery launched in 1974, and has since contributed money to public safety, education, and law enforcement. It offers a number of games, including Instant Win, Pick 3, and Cash4Life. The proceeds from these games help fund public education, as well as tax relief, transportation services, and human services. The Cash4Life game is also available in other states, including Kentucky, Indiana, Mississippi, and Ohio.

The New Hampshire Lottery was founded in 1964, and includes a number of draw games and Mega Millions. The lottery also participates in two other multi-state lottery games. Its website has since expanded to include Daily Lottery Games, Instant Games, and Powerball lottery tickets.

While the RI Lottery does not offer MegaMillions online, it does offer several other games, including Keno and Instant Win. There are several multi-state draw games, including Mega Millions and Powerball, as well as Pick 3 and Mississippi Match 5. The lottery also offers several in-house games, such as Lotto America and Lotto America Plus.

The New Jersey Lottery offers seven draw games. The Minnesota Lottery, a part of the Multi-State Lottery Association, participates in both Mega Millions and Powerball. The Illinois Lottery offers four draw games, including Powerball and Lotto. Similarly, the Idaho Lottery has several in-house games, including Powerball and Lotto America.

Some states are looking into the possibility of expanding their online reach. Illinois has launched a pilot program in March 2012 and added online Powerball tickets in December 2012. In February 2021, the District of Columbia will launch iLottery. Those living in the district must be at least 18 years old to play. However, residents living outside the district will still pay lottery taxes.

Most of the profits from the lottery are donated to various public programs. For example, two-thirds of the Idaho Lottery dividend funds go to public schools. The remainder is distributed to the state general fund, public employee pension systems, and public employee benefits. In addition, 40% of the lottery proceeds go to conservation and environmental programs, as well as parks and wildlife habitats.

In addition to its in-house games, the Minnesota Lottery participates in Mega Millions and Powerball. Several states have launched lottery websites, including Iowa, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. In the United States, the most tax-friendly lottery states include Indiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and North Dakota. However, the least tax-friendly state is Michigan.