Kansas Gambles On Legalized Sports Betting

The future of the American economy seems to be capitalizing on vice and addiction.

Accordingly, here's a glimpse at the desperate search for revenue as the economy continues to suffer . . . And a sign that our neighbors want the worst for KCMO . . .

“Legalizing sports betting will bring more revenue to our state and grow our economy,” Kelly said in a statement. “This is another mechanism that casinos, restaurants and other entertainment venues can now utilize to attract Kansans to their establishments.”Kansas legislators previously signed off on Senate Bill 84 and sent it to Kelly's desk last month. The bill will put a 10% tax on each bet made in the state, and some believe it could bring in close to $41 million to the state over the next five years.The Associated Press reports that the majority of the of revenue that Kansas gains from sports betting will go to luring the Chiefs from Missouri to Kansas.

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Kansas governor signs bill legalizing sports wagering in state

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas residents will soon get to legally bet on sports teams like the Kansas City Chiefs, Royals and others, after Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly signed a bill into law Thursday legalizing sports wagering in the state. "Legalizing sports betting will bring more revenue to our state and grow our economy," Kelly said in a statement.


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Kansas governor signs bill legalizing sports betting

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Hollywood Casino ready for sports betting to begin in Kansas

KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Officials from casinos in Kansas are excited after Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly signed a bill into law making sports wagering legal in the state. Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway is one of four casinos in the state of Kansas that will have a dedicated sports book.

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