An expansive bill to legalize casinos, sports betting, and lottery was recently introduced in the Yellowhammer State.
Rep. Chris Blackshear (R-80) and Rep. Andy Whitt (R-6) introduced Thursday afternoon. The bill, if approved, will legalize up to seven casinos in the state, in-person and online sports betting, and a state lottery to support Alabama education.
The bill had been rumored to be introduced for the last several weeks. Mississippi legislators even pointed to the of the bill last week when they were discussing their own online sports betting package.
Massive Proposed Gaming Expansion in Alabama
The bill, if approved by the House and Senate, will then have to be approved by state voters in Alabama s November general election.
If approved, an A…