State Rep. Rigsby wants voters all in on legal gaming issue
The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday passed two bills that would allow statewide lottery, casino and sports betting in the Yellowhammer state. Part of the law is a constitutional amendment that must be approved by Alabama voters in the November 2024 general election. The proposed amendment would authorize a statewide educational lottery, traditional lotteries […]
Alabama House advances legal gaming, education lottery, statewide vote
Two bills that would authorize statewide lotteries, casinos and sports betting, and a proposed regulatory structure to oversee them, passed the Alabama House of Representatives Thursday. No such proposal has yet been agreed upon by both chambers of the Alabama Legislature well into the 21st century. The first bill, just nine pages in total, is […]
Ivey says Alabamians should have opportunity to vote on gaming this year
Gov. Kay Ivey appears to have chosen to take her side in the gaming controversy currently engulfing the state Legislature. Ivey told X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday that he wants Alabama voters to “have a say in the game” in the state. I think Alabamians want to have a say in the game and should […]
Opponents to Alabama gaming legislation convey sharp criticisms at press conference
On Tuesday, opponents of the current legal gambling proposal held a press conference at the Alabama Statehouse in front of state lawmakers, hosted by Alabama Policy Institute Director Stephanie Smith. “The two bills combined are over 250 pages,” Smith said. “If passed, it would completely change the culture of our state,” he said, adding that […]
Alabama Policy Institute to hold press conference in opposition to proposed gaming legislation ahead of public hearing
The Alabama House of Representatives will hold a hearing Tuesday to discuss a bill that would let voters decide on sports betting, the state lottery and casino-style gambling, as well as the legal form of the commission that would regulate those activities. Last week, Rep. Chris Blackshear (R-Phenix City), Rep. Andy Whitt (R-Madison), and Rep. […]
Alabama Policy Institute to hold event in opposition to proposed gaming legislation ahead of public hearing
The Alabama House of Representatives will hold a hearing Tuesday to discuss a bill that would let voters decide on sports betting, the state lottery and casino-style gambling, as well as the legal form of the commission that would regulate those activities. Last week, Rep. Chris Blackshear (R-Phenix City), Rep. Andy Whitt (R-Madison), and Rep. […]
Utilizing gaming revenue for good
Last week we received an email containing the gaming bill we've all heard so much about. For many of my colleagues, this will be the most difficult vote of the session, whether they vote yes or no. Whether the game conflicts with personal values or whether licensing it within the state is an unpleasant proposition, […]
State Rep. James Lomax: Utilizing gaming revenue for good
Last week we received an email containing the gaming bill we've all heard so much about. For many of my colleagues, this will be the most difficult vote of the session, whether they vote yes or no. Whether the game conflicts with personal values or whether licensing it within the state is an unpleasant proposition, […]
Rep. Lomax: Utilizing gaming revenue for good
Last week we received an email containing the gaming bill we've all heard so much about. For many of my colleagues, this will be the most difficult vote of the session, whether they vote yes or no. Whether the game conflicts with personal values or whether licensing it within the state is an unpleasant proposition, […]
Gaming bill must prioritize local ownership — Alabama first
Alabama is a state rooted in pride and resilience. This is a state that embodies the spirit of helping one another, and a place where we see communities coming together in the aftermath of disaster. This unity is not just a social phenomenon. It goes to the very core of national governance. Governor Kay Ivey […]
