A bill that would legalize three casinos and a racetrack slot parlor in the Bay State overwhelmingly passed the House last night and is headed to the state Senate.
"With people in our commonwealth hurting, this expanded gaming legislation will bring immediate jobs, local aid and economic growth," said House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo (D-Winthrop). "I am extraordinarily proud of the House's unwavering commitment to jobs and growth. While not a panacea, this bill will stimulate our economy and provide local aid for the cities and towns across Massachusetts."
DeLeo estimated that if ratified, the bill would create 15,000 jobs, and provide millions of dollars in local aid to cities and town. The bill divides the state into three gaming regions, and appoints an independent gaming commission that would authorize one casino in each region. It also allows for slot parlors at one racetrack.
House bets big, passes casino bill - BostonHerald.com
"With people in our commonwealth hurting, this expanded gaming legislation will bring immediate jobs, local aid and economic growth," said House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo (D-Winthrop). "I am extraordinarily proud of the House's unwavering commitment to jobs and growth. While not a panacea, this bill will stimulate our economy and provide local aid for the cities and towns across Massachusetts."
DeLeo estimated that if ratified, the bill would create 15,000 jobs, and provide millions of dollars in local aid to cities and town. The bill divides the state into three gaming regions, and appoints an independent gaming commission that would authorize one casino in each region. It also allows for slot parlors at one racetrack.
House bets big, passes casino bill - BostonHerald.com