Quote Originally Posted by ghettopalmetto View Post
What does the language of the law say?

If it says that casinos may "exist" in a city of more than 800,000 population, then there may be a problem.

But if it says that casinos may be "approved" in a city of more than 800,000 population, then there isn't any concern. The casinos have *already* been approved.
Found it.....

Proposal E, A Legislative Initiative to Permit Casino Gaming in Qualified Cities.
The proposed law would:

Permit up to three gaming casinos in any city that meets the following qualifications: has a population of 800,000 or more; is located within 100 miles of any other state or country in which gaming is permitted; and has had casino gaming approved by a majority of the voters in the city.

Establish a Gaming Control Board to regulate casino gaming.

Impose an 18% state tax on gross gaming revenues.

Allocate 55% of tax revenue to the host city for crime prevention and economic development; allocate remaining 45% of tax funds to state for public education.
The key word is "permit" The state permit three casinos to operate in Detroit as long as the requirements are met. Right now, one of the requirements is no longer met to permit casinos in Detroit.