Although about a year ago, a law was passed, authorizing approximately 61,000 slot machines in 14 different gaming facilities across Pennsylvania, the future of slots installation is still uncertain. This is due to a recent move by the Supreme Court, which recently revoked the state Gaming Control Board of its authority over zoning restrictions.
The aforementioned zoning problem needs quick resolution, as the money expected to be generated by slots, which could be as much as $3 billion, is to be allocated to residential property tax relief.
Tad Decker, the Board chairman, was reported as saying that the zoning problem would mainly affect the seven licenses issued for standalone slots facilities. Also, as the Board has no plans to produce slots licenses until next year, state legislators reportedly hope to succeed in passing legislation that would restore their authority over zoning by then.
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