The Mega Millions jackpot drawing [Friday was] $660 million, but Alabamians won’t have a shot at the prize without crossing state lines. The next legislative session brings a new four-year term for lawmakers, and a new opportunity to pass a lottery bill.

“I hope so. I hope I can,” Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) said.

Albritton’s comprehensive gambling bill last session failed to pass. It would’ve legalized a lottery, established a limited number of casinos, and created a compact with the Poarch Creek Indians. Albritton says he hopes the next session is more successful.

“I’m doing all that I know to do. I’m still trying to work with House members and reach out to the governor’s office to find out where we are and to draw a consensus,” Albritton said.