Tag: Gambling

Markell Signs Table Gaming Bill Into Law

Filed in Delaware by on January 28, 2010 4 Comments

As expected, HB 310 was fast-tracked through the General Assembly this week, and has already been signed into law by the Governor. Ginger Gibson has the story here. Gibson reports that companion bill, SB 188, is expected to pass the House soon and will then head to the Governor for his signature.

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Sanity From the Federal Bench

Filed in National by on September 30, 2009 4 Comments

When I discussed legalizing sports betting with Governor Markell a few months ago I asked what the chances were that we would be legally allowed to do it. He told me that they had submitted the question to the State Supreme Court for review. That report came back with some positive results for the administration, suggesting that it would be legal by the state constitution.

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Poll: Gambling

Filed in Delaware by on May 13, 2009 14 Comments

Discuss.

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Jersey Wants Its Game On

Filed in Delaware by on April 20, 2009 2 Comments

Blue Jersey reports that 63% of New Jersey voters favor legalized sports betting.

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Racino Gambling: Protected Monopoly?

Filed in National by on April 7, 2009 13 Comments

Talk about unilateral disarmament! Today’s News-Journal reports that the Delaware General Assembly is already folding its hand on expansion of casino gambling, and will today consider legislation limiting any expansion to the three existing horse-track (and horsebleep) locations.  Now, the Beast Who Slumbers can well understand arguments against the expansion of casino gambling, and considers […]

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