Alabama lottery plan approved by Senate committee

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dallascowboyfan — Mon, 18 May 2015 20:01:40 GMT

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LottoPerro — Sun, 17 May 2015 18:20:56 GMT

As an Alabama resident, I'm pessimistic that this will pass. Even if it does pass the Senate, it probably won't even see the light of day in the House, let alone pass there. I think Bentley will get his way eventually and tax raises will be forthcoming for Alabama residents. Alabama already fully taxes their groceries, and that will go up. Not to mention higher sales tax (I'm hearing 12%) paying sales tax on Internet purchases regardless of whether or not the online store has a physical presence... [ More ]

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myturn — Sun, 17 May 2015 01:33:17 GMT

To keep the pressure on state politicians, play other state lotteries and let everyone know, including politicians. It will concentrate their minds. If you can't travel out of state, you can subscribe to the Massachusetts Lottery by phone.

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TnTicketlosers — Sat, 16 May 2015 15:41:11 GMT

Yes and now the money will go to Alabama,mine included.

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myturn — Sat, 16 May 2015 00:07:44 GMT

It's a no brainer! Millions of dollars are leaving the state every year, raising revenue for other states.

Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good

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Technut — Fri, 15 May 2015 23:51:18 GMT

Comment #1

music* — Fri, 15 May 2015 15:38:21 GMT

Power to the People. They deserve the right to vote for their Lottery.

Alabama lottery plan approved by Senate committee

Lottery Post — Fri, 15 May 2015 12:09:10 GMT

By a vote of 5-3, the Alabama Senate Tourism Committee on Thursday approved Sen. Del Marsh's (R-Anniston) lottery and gambling expansion plan. It now proceeds to the full Senate for consideration.

If passed into law, Alabama voters would have the opportunity to approve a constitutional amendment legalizing a state-sponsored lottery and casino gaming. That vote would likely take place September 15, two weeks before the end of the current fiscal year. The bill would tax casino earnings at 13 pe... [ More ]