Lincoln, NE – October 20, 2025 – The Nebraska Lottery today acknowledged the findings of the annual audit released by the Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts, including the decline in yearly lottery sales.
"We share the Auditor's concern regarding the decline in revenue during the last fiscal year, which directly impacts the vital programs funded by the Nebraska Lottery," said Lottery Director Brian Rockey. "The support we provide for the environment, education, the Nebraska State Fair, and compulsive gambler's assistance is our constitutional directed duty."
"The gaming landscape in Nebraska has changed dramatically in recent years," Rockey continued. "But as the Auditor noted, the Lottery has seen revenue surges during recent high jackpot periods, confirming that Nebraskans are still enthusiastic lottery players."
"We thank Auditor Foley and his staff for their work,” said Rockey. “We view the annual APA audit as a constructive tool that helps us improve processes while maintaining the public's trust in the Nebraska Lottery."
The mission of the Nebraska Lottery is to generate proceeds for good causes while providing quality entertainment options to Nebraskans. $1.051 billion has been raised for the Nebraska Lottery’s beneficiary funds since the Lottery began in 1993. All 93 counties in Nebraska have benefited from projects funded with these Nebraska Lottery proceeds.