Governor Deval Patrick has finally signed a new law that will bring about the expansion of gambling in Massachusetts. The legislation, which was completed on Tuesday, will see the building, as well as style resort casino slots parlor in three specific areas throughout the country and is expected to create thousands of new jobs for Massachusetts, as well as generate literally millions in tax revenues.
Governor Patrick says that gambling expansion could trigger “middle skill jobs in different corners of the Commonwealth.”
“I have always believed that if done right, expanded gaming can create jobs, generate new revenue and spur economic growth in every region of the Commonwealth,” he said. “Because of an initiative like this, Massachusetts continues to lead the nation out of this recession.”
Until now, Bay Staters who want to enjoy gambling entertainment had to be satisfied with horse racing and the lottery, or crossing the State line to play games and slots in Rhode Island or Connecticut. However, now they will be able to visit the high end Resort and Casino in the coming years, as many u.s. States. others offer. The resort will also be able to employ thousands of people in the entertainment industry and tourism, and has the potential to bring the annual tax revenues of up to $ 400 million to the State.
The law is not clear without its critics, who say that the introduction of expanded gambling would actually weaken the economy and raising the level of crime.