The legislature has officially passed the bill to legalize video gaming terminals in our state. This outcome reflects the hard work of small business owners who understand the potential for local economic growth. While I am pleased with this success, we should remain attentive as the implementation process moves forward.
March 30, 2017
Final supporters
We the undersigned support Indiana House Bill 1262 legalizing Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs)* in the State of Indiana to be owned and operated by licensed coin-operated vending companies. VGTs have the power to generate millions of dollars in revenue which
can be distributed locally and statewide. On a local level, allowing
VGTs in locations will bring additional patrons to VGT licensed
establishments, stimulate the economy and support the small business
owners. In neighboring states, similar laws have been passed have
generated nearly $550 million for small business owners in just a few
years.
*What are Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs)?
VGT is an electronic video gaming machine that can be paid to play or
simulates a gambling game such as poker, line up and black jack. VGTs
use a video display and award winning patrons with free games or credits
that may be redeemed for cash. If legalized, VGTs can be placed in
bars, truck stops, taverns and any additional licensed locations.
Updates
February 5, 2017
The feedback I receive lately emphasizes how much this legislation impacts the daily stability of our local independent businesses. I am currently organizing the data we have collected to prepare for upcoming discussions with lawmakers who are beginning to pay attention to our movement.
February 5, 2017
Seeing the growing interest in this initiative confirms that our neighborhood business owners need more avenues for economic growth. This momentum suggests that people are ready to see a fair and regulated approach to this industry across our state.
Reached 100 supporters
February 5, 2017
44 Comments
I had a friend sell his bar just to move across the river in Illinois to open a bar with video gaming. Keep the money in Indiana.
Help small bars and taverns stay in business! The smoking ban in Indianapolis is destroying us one by one! Passing this legislation will at least give us a fighting chance!
Video Gaming Terminals would help us smaller businesses pay our bill, help us pay our employees' a decent wage, and would give the state more money to invest into our state.
It will help the state and county revenue. Also it will help the Fraternal Clubs to stay alive and donate more money back Charities.
I am the proprietor of Paradise Bowl in Clinton In. A Stateline Business. People leave my city to go to Paris Ill. to gamble. 20 min Dr. This money should stay in In. Helping our Business and our State
Pass this and keep money in Indiana.
Pass this bill
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The legislature has officially passed the bill to legalize video gaming terminals in our state. This outcome reflects the hard work of small business owners who understand the potential for local economic growth. While I am pleased with this success, we should remain attentive as the implementation process moves forward.
March 30, 2017
Final supporters
We the undersigned support Indiana House Bill 1262 legalizing Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs)* in the State of Indiana to be owned and operated by licensed coin-operated vending companies. VGTs have the power to generate millions of dollars in revenue which
can be distributed locally and statewide. On a local level, allowing
VGTs in locations will bring additional patrons to VGT licensed
establishments, stimulate the economy and support the small business
owners. In neighboring states, similar laws have been passed have
generated nearly $550 million for small business owners in just a few
years.
*What are Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs)?
VGT is an electronic video gaming machine that can be paid to play or
simulates a gambling game such as poker, line up and black jack. VGTs
use a video display and award winning patrons with free games or credits
that may be redeemed for cash. If legalized, VGTs can be placed in
bars, truck stops, taverns and any additional licensed locations.
Updates
February 5, 2017
The feedback I receive lately emphasizes how much this legislation impacts the daily stability of our local independent businesses. I am currently organizing the data we have collected to prepare for upcoming discussions with lawmakers who are beginning to pay attention to our movement.
February 5, 2017
Seeing the growing interest in this initiative confirms that our neighborhood business owners need more avenues for economic growth. This momentum suggests that people are ready to see a fair and regulated approach to this industry across our state.
Reached 100 supporters
February 5, 2017
44 Comments
I am a bartender in a small community and the local bar has been here as longer than I've been alive. We are struggling and this would be great for all concerned. Please sign to get this passed or we may not have the local pub to come to.
I had a friend sell his bar just to move across the river in Illinois to open a bar with video gaming. Keep the money in Indiana.
Help small bars and taverns stay in business! The smoking ban in Indianapolis is destroying us one by one! Passing this legislation will at least give us a fighting chance!
Video Gaming Terminals would help us smaller businesses pay our bill, help us pay our employees' a decent wage, and would give the state more money to invest into our state.
It will help the state and county revenue. Also it will help the Fraternal Clubs to stay alive and donate more money back Charities.
I am the proprietor of Paradise Bowl in Clinton In. A Stateline Business. People leave my city to go to Paris Ill. to gamble. 20 min Dr. This money should stay in In. Helping our Business and our State
Pass this and keep money in Indiana.
Pass this bill
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I am a bartender in a small community and the local bar has been here as longer than I've been alive. We are struggling and this would be great for all concerned. Please sign to get this passed or we may not have the local pub to come to.