West Virginia’s COVID-19 Vaccine Lottery Faces Criticism for Pricey Prizes and Tax Concerns
During the COVID-19 pandemic, several states utilized taxpayer funds to organize vaccine lotteries as an incentive for people to get vaccinated. West Virginia conducted one of the largest sweepstakes, allowing individuals who received the COVID shot to participate in cash and prize giveaways. However, there are concerns about the costs of the lottery and its …