Alabama Gambling Alert

Alabama's House of Representatives will vote on HB 527, a gambling-expansion measure, soon.

House Representatives will consider Alabama citizens' concerns about changing their Constitution to allow more gambling if they truly care about - and represent - Alabama citizens. House Bill 527 seeks to legalize video bingo games for high stakes at greyhound racetracks in Birmingham and Mobile.

The Alabama Supreme Court has already ruled that video gambling machines and sweepstakes are unlawful. But this dangerous bill would amend Alabama's Constitution, opening the door for gambling expansion. Alabama Representatives need to hear from citizens soon. Fight for Alabama's future and defend families against the blight of gambling addiction.

• Read Article by Gary Palmer (Alabama Family Institute): "Article Misleads People of Alabama"
• Governor Riley "totally against" Alabama gambling bill HB 527

Take Action:

Go to the Alabama Policy Center’s Web site to find out how you can get involved. The Alabama Legislature’s attempt to change Alabama's Constitution to expand gambling for more state revenue is irresponsible public policy. Government should not benefit from exploiting human weakness through the expansion of gambling.

More Information:

Alabama Policy Institute Phone: (205) 870-9900

• Alabama Policy Institute Guide to Gambling Issues

View Bill HB 527 Text Mobile Co. and Birmingham, bingo authorized at race tracks, operation, state license tax levied, distrib. for Alabama Medicaid Program, const. amend. (Click "Bills," then "By Sponsor," House "Black," select HB 527 then select "View")

Learn more about the addictive nature of video gambling.

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