California to Add Powerball Next Spring

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Californians missed out on the large $500 million Powerball jackpot Wednesday night, but that will change next Spring.

The California State Lottery Commission approved taking on Powerball in the state Thursday.

People can start buying the $2 Powerball tickets in California next April. Already, Californians can buy tickets for Mega Millions and Super Lotto.

Lottery officials said adding Powerball could mean another $50-$120 million for the state’s education system per year. According to information on their website, the Lottery raised more than $1.3 billion for public education during the 2011-2012 fiscal year.

What’s unique about Powerball is how quickly the jackpot can increase; the jackpot starts at $40 million, and grows by about $10 million each time it rolls over.

California will be the 45^th jurisdiction to play Powerball.