Opponents of more casinos in North Carolina and possibly legalized video gaming machines statewide have come to Raleigh to urge lawmakers to reject additional gambling.
The news conference happened while House Republicans met behind closed doors in a caucus meeting that lasted over three hours. The level of support for casinos, video gambling terminals and other gambling options were discussed, Speaker Tim Moore said late Tuesday.starting next year. The state currently has three casinos, operated by two American Indian tribes.
Some lawmakers have said the three potential casinos and another gambling operations in southeastern North Carolina would generate state and local revenues, create jobs and counter expanded gambling in other states, particularly in Virginia. Republicans hold veto-proof majorities in the House and Senate, but Moore said legislation usually won’t go forward in his chamber unless a majority of the 72 Republicans support it. Senate Republicans also would have to vote on any final budget that contains provisions to expand gambling.
“Our representatives have the chance today to stand up and show that they represent their citizens in their respective counties by allowing our citizens to have a voice in the destiny and values in their communities where they live,” said Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page, who is also running for lieutenant governor next year. Former U.S. Rep. Mark Walker, Republican-North Carolina, who is running for governor, also spoke.
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