How is the unclaimed Mega Millions Lottery prize used.

There have been instances in the history of Mega Millions Lottery that jackpot was not claimed by anyone..

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And when the prize is not claimed by anyone within the certain time period for whatever reason. The unclaimed money is..

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Distributed among all the participating states. The distribution is done in the same ratio each state contributed to the lottery

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If you are wondering how this Mega Millions price money is used by states, then take a look at the next slide for your answer

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Each state has its own ways to spend the unclaimed money. Most of the state use it towards public welfare, education

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Illinois spent 25% of the uncliamed Mega Millions Money towards funding for public schools last year.

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Rest of the money remains in the state lottery fund, and is used whenever necessary.

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