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It’s About Florida: Gambling

Gambling is illegal in Florida. Or, is it? Florida is one of the largest states for gaming in the nation. But its patchwork regulatory structure has left many lawmakers, lobbyists, and government officials frustrated. Attempts to bring order to the gambling industry have failed time and time again. And that’s led new and dubious types of gaming to set up shop in the state. Meanwhile, Governor Rick Scott has signed a $3 billion dollar extension of a gambling compact with the Seminole Tribe of Florida. But state lawmakers aren’t impressed. So what will the legislature do about it in the upcoming legislative session?

Guest: Marc Dunbar

Host: Lynn Hatter