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Washington Gambling Commission Delays Vote

SEATTLE, Washington – As reported by the Associated Press: "The state Gambling Commission voted Thursday to delay its decision on whether to increase betting limits on nontribal minicasinos from $100 to $300.

"The three members who voted in favor of the postponement said they needed more information, while the two who voted against the delay said it was time to make a decision and move on, commission spokeswoman Amy Blume said.

"The commission's next meeting is scheduled for Jan. 8-9 in Seattle.

"The Recreational Gaming Association, which represents non-Indian casinos, proposed the increase, which would affect 79 house-banked card rooms across the state. Tribal casino operators, relatives of gambling addicts and others against the expansion of gambling opposed the increase…"

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