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Measure to Expand Alabama Gambling on Fast Track8 May 2001MONTGOMERY, Alabama – May 8, 2001 –As reported by the Associated Press: "Gambling machine legislation that passed the Alabama Senate last week is on the fast track in the Alabama House, where it is scheduled for a committee vote today. "The bill -- closing large adult arcades and allowing dog tracks to have unlimited gambling machines with unlimited cash prizes -- passed the Senate 18-17 Thursday. "…The bill would limit gambling machines to four per location, except at dog tracks, which could have an unlimited number. The machines in convenience stores, bars and restaurants would continue to give out gift certificates for up to $5 per play, but the machines in dog tracks could give unlimited cash prizes. Video poker would be prohibited in all locations. "The Christian Coalition is running radio ads saying the bill would expand gambling and create `casino-style gambling in Alabama.' The ads urge listeners to call the Alabama House to try to stop the legislation…" |