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New Jersey lawmakers consider North Jersey casino and racino proposals

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New Jersey lawmakers are considering proposals to allow casino gambling or slot machines at North Jersey sites, as New York approved three downstate casino projects, the report says. A previous Senate resolution proposed allocating 30% of racino tax revenue to Atlantic City casinos and 7% to city recovery and improvement programmes; voters would have to approve any expansion beyond Atlantic City.

The proposals could expand casino gambling beyond Atlantic City, subject to a statewide vote.

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