LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) _ The Arkansas Racing Commission has approved
regulations for the state’s new casinos, including one that could affect plans
for a casino in Pope County.
The panel on Thursday approved the regulations, which will be reviewed by state
lawmakers next week.
Voters approved a constitutional amendment in November that allows four
casinos, one each in Hot Springs, West Memphis, Jefferson County and Pope
County. The amendment requires a letter of local support, and the rules approved
Thursday say such a letter can only come from current officeholders.
Although outgoing leaders in Pope County supported a casino, the current
officeholders say they do not.
Meanwhile, local officials in Johnson County say they would welcome a casino,
but it’s unclear whether that change could be made without another election.
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