The Goal
To ensure three state ballot measures are passed that will do exactly what our name implies – keep that money and boost local economies here in our home state.
What’s in it for Nebraskans?
Nebraskans spend hundreds of millions of dollars annually gambling at casinos in the bordering states (Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Missouri, Colorado and Wyoming), all of which have legalized casino gaming.
Expanding gaming would bring in millions in new tax revenue that could be used to aid property tax relief and education across the state.
Nebraska won’t be Las Vegas. The measures will limit casinos to the licensed horse racing tracks across the state.
Tying casino gaming to horse tracks also will create new jobs in the state’s ag, construction, and entertainment industries.
Statistics show no correlation between gaming and social problems like problem gambling, bankruptcy, divorce, crime, etc. In fact, Iowa and South Dakota (with casinos) have either the same or lower rates than Nebraska on crime and similar data.
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Nebraska horse racing could see some exciting changes this season!
Columbus Exposition and Racing board member Tom Jackson said, "Another benefit of the change, at least for Columbus specifically, would be the potential uptick in interest should there be a Triple Crown horse on the national scene. The Kentucky Derby always falls on the first Saturday in May, the Preakness Stakes is two weeks later and then the Belmont Stakes three weeks after in early June. That leaves Columbus with a situation in which race fans could be at the track with the chance to wager on a horse running for the Triple Crown the same day Ag Park hosts live racing.
"We continue to see interest in having live horse racing in Columbus. We have several people come to us who want to have their class reunions, their memorials, their company picnics and outings at the races. It's an entertainment tool for the community to get together," Jackson said. "Our numbers (last year) were about the same. Our betting was up a little bit, and our attendance was flat, but we had several buses come in from Omaha, Norfolk and other areas. We want Columbus to be a destination, to be highlighted."
Should a legislative bill pass in the unicameral, or a gambling initiative make it to the ballot in November, and voters approve, Columbus could become a major destination. Because live racing is already in place, the city could be a site for a casino. Horse racing in Columbus would then undoubtedly explode, Jackson said, with benefits to the community in terms of education, parks, recreation and sporting facilities among others.
Another great reason to support the 2020 expanded casino gaming ballot this November!
Columbus horse racing moving to spring
The Nebraska State Racing Commission will vote to move the Columbus horse racing season to May and June of this year when the commission meets Feb. 18 in Grand Island.Another great interview by Horsemen's Park and Lincoln Race Course GM Mike Newlin discussing sports betting, the Nebraska horse racing industry, property tax relief, betting at Wrigley Field, and why now is the time to act to expand casino gaming in Nebraska. Thank you KETV for the coverage!
www.ketv.com/article/chronicle-betting-on-super-bowl-sunday/30745446#
Chronicle: Betting on Super Bowl Sunday
The Kansas City Chiefs take on the San Francisco 49ers today in the 54th annual Super Bowl.Listen to Lance Morgan and Lynne McNally Schuller discuss the 2020 ballot initiatives to expand casino gaming at license horse tracks in Nebraska and how the anticipated tax revenue could help Nebraskans.
Interesting interview of Lance Morgan and Lynne McNally Schuller discussing the importance of keeping the money in Nebraska with Dan Parsons.
#26 - Horses, Casinos and the Politics of Gambling - Parsons Brandcamp & PR
Episode #26 features conversation about a proposed ballot issue that would authorize casino gambling at Nebraska horse racing tracks. Guests: Lance Morgan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ho-...Great interview from Mike Newlin of Lincoln Race Course! Thank you KLKN for the coverage! Help keep the money in Nebraska...sign the ballot petitions today!
www.klkntv.com/story/41628857/petition-for-statewide-gambling-resurfaces-for-2020-ballot
Petition for state-wide gambling resurfaces for 2020 ballot
A group is continuing its push to get casino gambling on the 2020 ballot.Millions of Nebraska dollars going to pay for Iowa’s roads, parks, and schools - all helping keep Iowa property taxes low that would otherwise be staying in our state if we legalize casinos in 2020!
Iowans (and Nebraskans) bet big in first months of sports wagering
The brand new sportsbooks at Iowa casinos put up big numbers in their first 3½ months of operation, fueled in part by Nebraskans crossing the border to place bets that"'Any reasonable person who goes to the casinos in Council Bluffs (Iowa) knows that 90% of their customers are from Omaha and Lincoln,' Morgan said."
Nebraska gambling measure gets big boost from tribal company
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — The economic development arm of a Nebraska-based Native American tribe is once again pumping big money into a campaign to legalize casino gambling. Ho-Chunk Inc. is...Well stated -- thank you, Lincoln Journal Star!
"As many Nebraskans continue to grouse – and rightfully so, in some instances – about taxation, those who cross state lines to gamble willingly pay taxes to Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and South Dakota.
Casino gambling is an entirely voluntary tax, one that could offer Nebraska a financial boost of several million dollars a year. Not all Nebraskans would pay that tax, but all Nebraskans could benefit."
If you agree...sign the petition and vote yes next November to Keep the Money in Nebraska.
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Editorial, 12/11: Wrong debate hanging over historical horse races in state
A stroke of the pen by the Nebraska State Racing Commission’s chairman last week meant historical horse racing was off and running in the state, with the first terminals expectedHistorical horse racing takes effect and Fonner Park hopes to have terminals up and running by February.
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Nebraska's historical horse racing approval takes effect; machines not installed in Grand Island yet
Fonner Park officials hope to have new historical horse racing terminals running there before live racing starts at the Grand Island track in February, CEO Chris Kotulak said Wednesday.