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Rhode Island Casino Plan Returns Before Supreme Court

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island – As reported by the Providence Journal: "Just as lawmakers concluded debate on the sale and expansion of Lincoln Park, gambling will soon return to the spotlight: this time the proposed Narragansett Indian tribe and Harrah's Entertainment casino in West Warwick.

"The state Supreme Court will hear oral arguments at 9:30 a.m. Aug. 15 on the constitutionality of the latest House casino plan. The court has not said when it might reach a decision.

"Last year, at the request of Governor Carcieri, the court advised that the casino proposal at the time conflicted with the state Constitution's requirement that any 'lottery' be state-run.

"Lawmakers revamped the bill this year and again asked the court to weigh in.

"…While the casino operator could choose what games it wants at the casino, the state still controls how many of each type are allowed and what games -- along with the rules and odds -- are acceptable…"

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