Gaming bill signed by governor sets the stage for a TH casino

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Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed legislation today authorizing sports wagering at riverboats, racinos, a Vigo County casino and satellite facilities. The measure also outlines Indiana Gaming Commission conditions, licensing and fees.

The gaming matters bill,  HEA 1015, affects casinos in Shelbyville, Anderson and Gary and begins the process for making a long-debated casino become a reality in Vigo County.  It's possible a casino in Gary will relocate to Terre Haute in the future.


Press Release

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb offered the following statement after signing HEA 1015.
“Gaming is a highly regulated industry that once had little competition, but now does from surrounding states and new technology. By modernizing our laws, this legislation will spur positive economic growth for our state and for an industry that employs over 11,000 Hoosiers. Additionally, it will bring in new revenue and create hundreds of new jobs – both permanent and in construction. I will direct the Indiana Gaming Commission to monitor for potential effects of this bill so that we can make necessary changes in future legislative sessions.”
 
Gov. Holcomb signed three bills today. Visit the 2019 Bill Watch webpage to view this and other bills the Governor has signed into law.

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