Tag: casino
Lieutenant governor candidates express views on a Tysons casino
Some of the six candidates running in the Democratic Primary for lieutenant governor are outright opposed to a casino in Tysons, while others say the issue should be presented in a referendum to voters. The Virginia Senate passed a bill this session to allow a casino in Fairfax County under certain conditions, but the bill … Continued
Virginia Senate passes casino bill
The Virginia Senate on Feb. 4 passed legislation to permit Fairfax County to hold a referendum on a casino in Tysons. Senate Bill 982, sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell (Mount Vernon) cleared the Senate on a 24-16 vote. It now goes to the House of Delegates. Several Northern Virginia lawmakers voted against the … Continued
A proposed casino in Tysons – economic benefits vs. social ills
Supporters of a casino in Tysons spoke about the economic benefits from the tax revenue at a forum on Jan. 7 hosted by the Fairfax County NAACP. The lone panelist against a casino argued it would promote crime and other social ills and would not lead to economic growth. Earlier that day, Virginia Majority Leader … Continued