Select Committee on Gaming
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R · H04
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports finding a permanent home for gaming legislation, either through this select committee or another stable arrangement, because the issue requires long-term expertise that has been lacking due to shifting committees.
D · H16
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because creating a select committee signals acceptance of gaming growth, which they do not want for the state.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because they do not want to legitimize gambling or make the state dependent on it, preferring existing methods of handling such issues.
R · H19
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because there is a growing problem with gaming that requires control and regulation through a dedicated committee.
R · H31
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because they believe adding another layer of committees will dilute efforts and prefer handling this serious issue through a standing committee to draft effective legislation.
R · H60
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because they believe it expands government and legitimizes the gambling industry.
R · H47
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe a select committee is necessary to serve as a liaison with the gaming commission and tribal partners to understand complex industry issues.
R · H61
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they recognize a problem exists regarding gaming safety and believe a committee is needed to address it, though they have questions about accountability measures.
D · H13
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe creating a committee will help regulate gaming and protect citizens, rather than legitimizing it.
R · H43
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because they believe adding another committee will not improve productivity given that existing committees are already struggling to get work done.
R · H08
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because gaming issues are overwhelming and complex, requiring a dedicated select committee rather than burdening a standing committee with too much work.
R · H36
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker argues that because gambling is historically difficult to control and has been a long-standing issue in Wyoming, it requires the seriousness of a standing committee rather than just a select one.
R · H02
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe it is necessary for the legislature to build expertise to address the growing issue of gaming, rather than delaying action.
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Adopted Standing Committee by Senate Judiciary Committee