Stephanie Smith: API applauds Senators who voted ‘no’ for gambling

Last night, a majority of the Senate Republican Caucus voted against legalizing and expanding Las Vegas-style casinos in the state. API is extremely grateful to each Senator who understood the negative impact their legislation would have on our state. All 15 Senators acted boldly for our state despite undue pressure. That is the quality of […]

Elliott opposes conference committee’s ‘expansive legislation’ on gambling

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) explained why he voted against the lottery and gambling bill Tuesday night, arguing the bill is “overly broad.” The Senate failed to pass a proposed lottery and gambling amendment by a vote of 20 to 15. The House had passed the bill earlier in the day. A constitutional amendment requires […]

Orr: Senators ‘more entrenched than they ever were’ on gambling bill

State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) said it would be difficult to convince him and his colleagues to change their votes if the lottery and gambling bill is brought up again before the session ends. The Senate failed to pass a constitutional amendment regarding lotteries and gambling by a vote of 20 to 15. A constitutional […]