January marks the start of a new year and legislatures across the nation convening for their 2025 sessions. Gaming expansion is again a topic of discussion in several state capitals, and that lends even to Kentucky, a state that has maintained a longtime prohibition of most forms of gambling. A “Welcome to Kentucky” sign greets motorists. Legislation to welcome casinos to the Bluegrass State has been introduced in the Frankfort capital. (Image: Kentucky Tourism) On Tuesday, Kentucky Rep. Thomas Huff (R-Bullitt) filed House Bill 33, a measure to allow counties and their local voters to decide if commercial casino gambling operates in their communities. The statute, if passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by Gov. Andy Beshear (D), would task the Kentucky Racing and Gaming Corporation (KHRGC) with regulating brick-and-mortar commercial casinos. Huff proposes the state collect 21% of each casino’s monthly gross gaming revenue (GGR). The suggested tax is regardless of whether the revenue comes from… Read More
Category: Legislation, casino bill, hhr, Horse racing, Kentucky, parimutuel wagering
Source: Casino.org
