TN Lottery CEO announces retirement weeks after lawmakers pass bill targeting board, salary info

By: Adam Friedman

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: June 4, 2026

Words: 528

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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Tennessee Education Lottery CEO Rebecca Paul will retire from her position at the end of 2026, ending her tenure almost 23 years after she helped launch the state’s program.

Paul took the position as head of the state lottery before its launch, after holding a similar role in Georgia and Florida. She is one of the highest-paid state employees, earning $650,000 a year, a salary that has drawn scrutiny from lawmakers since she …

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