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Alabama legislators are discussing gambling legislation. Will it pass?

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James Rikeman
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Gambling has come up again in legislative meetings in Alabama. It seems like the House and Senate are ignoring one other once again.

The issue, which has evaded attempts at settlement for decades, is being considered by legislators. A senator has stated his intention to introduce a measure that addresses the matter comprehensively, but no legislation has been submitted as of Wednesday afternoon. On the other hand, members of Congress have stated their intention to uphold the legislation as it is.

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Carl Stonemason
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Its as expected in a conservative and more traditional state - and representation matters too. Its their loss though- states with gambling have been getting millions in additional funds for social and economic programs and helps the local economy.

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James Rikeman
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The gambling bill now heads to the conference committee for negotiation. They hope to reach a compromise that will get bipartisan support. 

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Keith Carter
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zzzzzzz

Oh sorry, I was looking at timelines on gambling measures in Alabama.

 

Kidding aside, I do hope they finally go ahead with this, they are losing out on other states in gaming revenue, which can get even higher than sports betting in some months.

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James Rikeman
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The Alabama gambling compromise bill passed the House but failed to pass the Senate by one vote. In addition,  the compromise doesn't include sports betting and table games. No matter what happens to the current legislation, the state will not have sports betting this year. 

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John Richardson
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That's sad for Alabama, but then again not unexpected. It will take a bit more effort for the legislature, unless they start looking at loopholes. What state was that, I forgot, but they had a hard time getting approval on the topic outright. What they did was they instead voted to pass a bill allowing residents to decide on the matter through the ballot. Maybe Alabama can do something like this?


   
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James Rikeman
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Maybe lawmakers can try again next year. 

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John Richardson
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@betnowguru we always say that every year. haha


   
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James Rikeman
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David Bronner, CEO of the Retirement Systems of Alabama, calls for a special legislative session to discuss legalizing gambling. He said that the state is missing out on gambling revenue. 

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