Should sports betting be legal at California tribal casinos and racetracks?

Proposition 26, one of two gambling-related measures on the November ballot, would allow in-person sports betting at certain racetracks and tribal casinos. It would also permit casinos to offer roulette and dice games, such as craps. It is competing with another gambling proposal, Proposition 27. Both would legalize sports betting in some form. Proposition 26 is largely supported by California tribes. Proposition 27, which would legalize online sports betting statewide, is backed by online gambling companies like DraftKings and FanDuel. 솔카지노 회원가입

What does a ‘yes’ vote mean? 

A “yes” on Proposition 26 would allow tribal casinos and four of the state’s privately owned racetracks to offer in-person sports betting. In addition, voting yes would allow tribal casinos to offer roulette and dice games, if permitted by the individual tribal gambling agreements with the state. 파라오카지노 먹튀검증

What does a ‘no’ vote mean? 

A “no” on would keep sports betting illegal in California. It would also prevent tribal casinos from offering roulette or dice games. 

Who benefits? 

The four racetracks and tribal casinos which would be authorized to allow in-person sports betting. Supporters argue that Prop. 26 legalizes sports betting in a controlled manner, keeping it contained to casinos and racetracks, which are closely regulated by the state. The state also would benefit. Legalization would produce tens of millions of dollars in additional tax revenue annually, according to the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office. 

Who doesn’t? 

California’s card rooms, which generate about $100 million a year in revenue for localities where they operate, could be harmed by Proposition 26. It would allow tribes to sue card rooms that offer a more casino-like experience in which private bankers serve as “the house.” Card room advocates describe them as “frivolous lawsuits.” Those vulnerable to problem gambling would also be hurt, opponents argue, as sports betting becomes more easily available. This measure would only put more money into the hands of tribal casinos with a history of anti-union activity and failure to enforce anti-discrimination and sexual harassment laws, critics allege. Finally, opponents say passage would prop up a dying racing industry that is cruel to animals. 파라오카지노 회원가입

Follow the money

California tribes are pouring millions of dollars into getting Proposition 26 passed. The Yes on Proposition 26 committee has reported more than $123.3 million in contributions, and has spent more than $116.8 million thus far, according to the nonpartisan site Ballotpedia, which draws data from the California Secretary of State’s Office

The primary financial supporters are the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians, Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and the Barona Band of Mission Indians. The two committees opposed to Proposition 26 raised between them a total of $43.1 million in contributions, and have spent $39.6 million thus far, according to Ballotpedia. Top donors in opposition include the Hawaiian Gardens Casino, California Commerce Club, Knighted Ventures, Park West Casinos, the Bicycle Hotel and Casino and the Garden City Casino.