Changes are coming to the Powerball® game. Once the current jackpot is hit, guaranteed starting jackpot amounts and minimum jackpot increases will be eliminated. Future jackpot increases will be determined based on interest rates and sales and announced by the Product Group prior to each drawing.
Previously, Powerball® jackpots started at $40 million and increased by a minimum of $10 million between drawings.
The Powerball Product Group announced the changes to ensure the game continues to support good causes in all 48 U.S. lottery jurisdictions. The changes come as the current Coronavirus crisis has changed consumer behavior resulting in slower sales.
Powerball tickets are $2 per play. Drawings are held on Wednesday and Saturday nights at 10:59 p.m.
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