SJR 82

Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including establishment of a state agency with powers to regulate all lotteries and gift enterprises, imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

SJR 82 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow and regulate casino gaming and sports wagering in Texas. It establishes a state agency to oversee gaming operations, imposes a tax of up to 15% on gaming revenue, limits casino gaming to a maximum of 10 licensed facilities, and mandates good-faith negotiations with federally recognized Texas tribes for gaming compacts.

Author (1)

Nathan Johnson

Co-Author (4)

Cesar Blanco

Sarah Eckhardt

Juan Hinojosa

Borris Miles

Contact the Author

Sen. Nathan Johnson

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0116

E-Mail:

[email protected]

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