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Missouri committee considers higher casino fees and gambling taxes

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A Missouri House committee is considering a bill that would raise casino admission fees and add taxes on gambling and sports wagering receipts. House Bill 3533 proposes a $5.50 admission fee every two hours, a 13% additional tax on gambling receipts, a 24% additional tax on sports wagering receipts and a 1.5% remote wagering access fee. Casino industry representatives opposed the proposal, citing its potential costs and operational effects.

If enacted, the proposal would raise fees and taxes for Missouri casinos and sports wagering platforms.

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