Approve Gambling to Help Fund Education in Texas

Abstract

The gambling industry can be the savior for the state of Texas. This paper aims to provide an insight into the possibilities of having it legalized in the state. This will be achieved by discussing the history of gambling and how it will create jobs and stimulate the economy. This paper will also discuss how other states have profited from their casino and other games of chance. A few bills will be summarized to show what the government is doing regarding the issue. The paper will go on to discuss the issue of gambling in the recent media. It will discuss recent polls that were conducted. These polls help us better understand how the voters feel about gambling.

Table of Contents

Abstract2

Introduction4

Thesis5

History5

Why Legalize Gambling6

Legislature8

Bill. HJR 1118

Bill. HB 21118

Bill. HJR 1128

Legalization Issues in the Media9

Polls9

Conclusion10



Approve Gambling to Help Fund Education in Texas

Introduction

Las Vegas is a beautiful city in the middle of nowhere. Its streets are filled with the colors, smells, tastes and appearances of the entire world. It was not always such. Much has been written about its interesting history. Today, it is a tourist hot spot for entertainment in all forms. It is famous for its sky reaching hotels, the beautiful architecture, round the clock service and its unmatched gambling. Revenue from the city of Las Vegas runs in the millions and its people are well provided for. The same cannot be said for the state of Texas. Known for cowboys, heat and its sheer size, the state is in trouble. It doesn't have lavish casinos like those in Nevada to bring in millions every year. Texas is suffering financially.

Budget cuts have appeared for every department, from health care to the police. Unfortunately, the education funds have suffered severely too. The very department responsible for preparing future leaders and workers is unable to flourish as it should. Teachers are being laid off. Facilities are being cut back , and in some parts, schools have even been forced to shut down. The state simply does not have the required funding. This could change over the coming years. Research has shown that the gambling industry is a viable option for Texas. It creates jobs directly and indirectly. It supports tourism from other states and even across international borders. The legalization of gambling can bring in millions of dollars annually. This money, in turn, can be distributed among the departments that need it most, namely, education. The only thing that needs to be done is convince the people of the state, who hold the power to legalize it.

Thesis

“Texas voters should approve (legalize) Casino style gaming or on-line poker to generate more revenue to help fund education”

History

Gambling roots can be found in early Mexico. It was a popular way to kill time is those parts as well as the territory of Texas. With time, settlers from the United States moved into the Mexican Texas. Ironically, in a country originally proud of its ...