Alabama Study on Gambling Industry Returned to Governor Ivey; Shows Promise for the State
Alabama Study on Gambling Industry returned to Governor Ivey. For decades, Alabama has remained one of a handful of states that barely offers any gambling options. Lawmakers have been trying to see legislation passed that would bring the state into the modern era by way of gambling services.
Alabama Study on Gambling Industry was returned to Governor Ivey on December 18. The study found that gambling is beneficial for the state. It also found out that the new gambling options would be better regulated. The risk associated with problem gambling would also be reduced. However, funds could be placed to the side to provide awareness and education for those who take part.
Alabama has limited gambling options. There are three tribal casinos and parimutuel racing is legal in the state. The parimsutul tracks that remain are used for simulcast races. If commercial casinos were approved, tribal casino could offer more traditional options like slot style bingo games and bingos.