"I have a clean lottery bill that I am very excited about. It's lottery and gaming,"
"I think the people of the state of Alabama should have the opportunity to vote yes or no. Do we want this in the state of Alabama?"
"This is about letting the very smart and intelligent people of Alabama to say yes or no, we want this in our state,"
"I believe that passing a comprehensive gaming bill in the Senate will require engaging in long-term and intense negotiations among members and securing the needed votes and commitments well before a legislative session even begins,"
Sen. Merika Coleman plans to file a ballot-initiative bill asking Alabama voters to approve a state lottery and expanded gambling. Alabama's 1901 constitution currently bans lotteries and gambling, though three tribal casinos operate under the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. The ballot question would be a simple yes-or-no measure; the Legislature would later determine specifics of lottery and gaming implementation. Coleman argues expanded gaming would recapture revenue currently spent in neighboring states. House and Senate leaders warned that passing comprehensive gambling legislation will require prolonged negotiations and secured vote commitments well before a session. Neighboring states are also considering gaming legislation, which could affect regional dynamics.
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