The deadline for claiming a $78 million Lotto Texas jackpot is May 14. The winning ticket was purchased at Gordon's Bait & Tackle in Brownsville, Texas. The cash value option was selected at the time of purchase and a claimant would receive $43,757,223.10 before taxes. If not claimed, the prize will be forfeited and used for state programs authorized by the Texas Legislature. The deadline may be extended for certain eligible military personnel.