Sebelius voices support for responsible expansion of gaming

Governor Kathleen Sebelius issues the following statement on SB 66:

“Kansans long ago expressed their support for gaming; first, in a 1986 statewide vote, then through local votes for expanded gaming, and through their patronage of out-of-state and tribal casinos. 

The proposal which passed the House provides Kansans an opportunity to vote on whether they want a responsible expansion of gaming in their community.  This is an opportunity for our state to generate out-of state dollars from visitors to destination casinos, to reinvigorate the critical Kansas agribusinesses raising horses and greyhounds, and maximize state revenue while maintaining regulatory oversight.

Kansas priorities, such as deferred maintenance at our universities, local property tax relief, and providing significant help for problem gambling can be supported by this additional revenue – without raising taxes.

I am hopeful that the Senate will join the House and approve this measure.”

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