Sen Addabbo: Not Legalizing NY Online Casinos Fails New Yorkers
Senator says keeping the legalization of online casinos out of the budget leaves New York without better funding to address problem gambling.
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Senator says keeping the legalization of online casinos out of the budget leaves New York without better funding to address problem gambling.
Tuesday's New York's Senate Standing Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering meeting addressed the pros of legalizing online casinos.
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