GOP senators propose 2 constitutional amendments on expanded gambling in Ky.

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Two key Republican senators said Tuesday they are filing constitutional amendments regarding expanded gambling at Kentucky racetracks. One proposal by Sen. Damon Thayer of Georgetown would allow a statewide referendum on allowing video-lottery terminals in the seven counties that have racetracks. The other, offered by Senate President David Williams, would specifically ban such expanded gambling without a constitutional amendment. “The two amendments, when offered together, will allow the people of Kentucky to resolve this issue that the political figures of Kentucky don’t seem to be able to resolve,” Williams said Tuesday. But the measures prompted rampant criticism from horse racing officials and Democrats, who accused both men of playing politics with an industry that desperately needs help to keep up with... [read full story]                    

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