gaming

Legislature

Alabama citizens will most likely be denied a chance to vote on gambling

Because of special interests and out-of-state meddling, Alabama citizens likely won't get a chance to vote on gambling, losing out on billions in revenue.

Josh Moon

March 22, 2024

Opinion

Alabama Senate delivers on its priorities at session midpoint

Results are being delivered to Alabamians as promised.

Greg Reed

March 15, 2024

Senate passes stripped down gaming bill; the real fight starts now

The House and Senate must try to come together and hammer out a compromise gambling bill.

Josh Moon

March 8, 2024

Opinion

What a stupid, stupid day Tuesday was in the Alabama Senate

Alabama lawmakers think you're stupid. And they're working hard to make sure you stay that way.

Josh Moon

March 6, 2024

The gambling fight gets messier

Substitute bills and lots of new ideas seem destined to sink the gambling legislation, denying Alabamians an opportunity to vote.

Josh Moon

March 5, 2024

The gambling fight continues on, weirdly

A small faction of senators is trying to slyly kill the bill and block voters from an opportunity to have a say about the issue.

Josh Moon

February 29, 2024

Opinion

Alabama desperately needs legal, regulated sports wagering

Sports wagering in Alabama is a $2 billion-per-year industry operated by con men and used car salesmen. We should change that.

Josh Moon

February 28, 2024

Gambling bill unlikely to see action this week, but there is renewed optimism

As senators work through a variety of options for gambling, many are starting to realize the best option is in front of them.

Josh Moon

February 27, 2024

Healthcare expansion, lack of communication threaten gambling legislation

The week ended with seemingly much disarray surrounding the gambling legislation, but optimism remains that a deal can be reached.

Josh Moon

February 23, 2024

A combination of issues are threatening the comprehensive gambling bill

While supporters remain optimistic, the gambling legislation is facing its first true test this session.

Josh Moon

February 20, 2024