Trump Casino In Florida? GOP Lawmakers Clear Way For Gambling License
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Florida lawmakers approved a bill that would block the Seminole tribe from interfering should the state issue gambling licenses
Donald Trump spent approximately $250 million renovating the Doral location
The bill will also allow the Seminole tribe to operate sports betting and waging
Florida lawmakers Wednesday approved a bill that if signed into law would make it possible for former President Donald Trump to open a casino in his Florida golf resort.
Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., approved a legislative package that includes a provision that would prevent the Seminole Tribe of Florida from interfering if the state issues a gambling license to a facility that is more than 15 miles “in a straight line” from the tribe’s Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
GOP Lawmakers Clear Way For Trump Casino In Florida By Danielle Ong
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Florida lawmakers Wednesday approved a bill that if signed into law would make it possible for former President Donald Trump to open a casino in his Florida golf resort.
Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., approved a legislative package that includes a provision that would prevent the Seminole Tribe of Florida from interfering if the state issues a gambling license to a facility that is more than 15 miles “in a straight line” from the tribe’s Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Seminole Tribe of Florida Chairman Marcellus Osceola Jr. issued the following statement on behalf of the 4,300 members of the Seminole Tribe of Florida regarding today s ratification of the Gaming Compact by the Florida Legislature: Today, all the people of Florida are winners, thanks to legislative approval of the Gaming Compact between the State of Florida and the Seminole Tribe of Florida. It is a historic and mutually-beneficial partnership between the State and Seminole Tribe that will positively impact all Floridians for decades to come. The Seminole Tribe wants to express our sincere thanks to Governor Ron DeSantis, Senate President Wilton Simpson, House Speaker Chris Sprowls, as well as to minority leaders Sen. Lauren Book and Rep. Evan Jenne, who have all worked hard to make this opportunity a reality. I must also thank our entire team for such a meaningful outcome and specifically