Massachusetts Governor Mitt
Romney is considering barring casinos in the state in exchange for
money from Connecticut, Rhode Island and New Hampshire gaming
companies, the Boston Herald reported, citing unidentified people.
If realized, the state could reap a one-time fee of $80
million without the long-term costs and implications of having
casinos in Massachusetts, the newspaper said, citing unidentified
senior administration officials. Next year, Massachusetts is
anticipating a $3 billion budget deficit, the Herald reported.
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The main obstacle facing such a proposal is the state
prohibits such law from being binding on Romney’s successors, the
newspaper said. The plan would also likely face opposition from
casino supporters, such as the Wampanoag Tribe of Martha’s
Vineyard, the Herald said.
Romney’s administration will leave the casino option open
until a better plan if formed, the newspaper said.
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