Texas Senator Carol Alvarado’s resolution that, if approved, would allow the electorate to vote on the expansion of legalized gambling in the Lone Star State is now gaining traction in the Senate with a companion House bill to follow soon.
SJR17 will ask voters to decide on the expansion of gambling in Texas and will include the establishment of a gaming commission.
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Alvarado has stated that she already has possible casino locations selected.
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