SJR 17 Texas Senate · 88th Legislature (2023)

Proposing a constitutional amendment to foster economic development and job growth and to provide tax relief and funding for education and public safety by creating the Texas Gaming Commission, authorizing and regulating casino gaming at a limited number of destination resorts and facilities licensed by the commission, authorizing sports wagering, requiring occupational licenses to conduct casino gaming, and requiring the imposition of a tax.

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Nov 2022
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Governor
Introduced Nov 14, 2022 Last action Feb 15, 2023
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Feb 15, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to State Affairs
Feb 15, 2023
Senate · Introduced
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