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Date | No. | Title | Outcome |
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6/07 | A 4111 | Amends Online Gambling Laws | Bill Passed - Senate (37 - 0) |
5/22 | A 3532 | Establishes Fantasy Sports Regulations | Bill Passed - House (56 - 16) |
6/11 | A 3981 | Establishes Alternative Property Tax Payments for Casinos | Bill Passed - House (52 - 20) |
3/26 | A 4103 | Establishes Workforce Training Program for Former Casino Workers | Bill Passed - House (55 - 18) |
3/18 | A 3614 | Requires Legislative Approval for State Lottery Changes | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 16) |
1/28 | A 3614 | Requires Legislative Approval for State Lottery Changes | Bill Passed - House (45 - 29) |
12/17 | A 2578 | Authorizes Internet Gaming at Atlantic City Casinos | Bill Passed - House (48 - 25) |
1/11 | A 4378 | Exception to the Ban on Former State Employees Working for the Casino Industry | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 13) |
1/11 | A 4378 | Exception to the Ban on Former State Employees Working for the Casino Industry | Bill Passed - House (42 - 31) |