KSAT-TV: Texas Legislators Push To Legalize Gambling
SAN ANTONIO — Retama Park’s huge facility lies on the Bexar and Guadalupe County line and on most days, it’s largely unused except for simulcasting. And while some see a waste, Retama Park officials would like to see slots.
Officials have said Texas is facing a huge budget shortfall, and with that in mind, the idea of gambling is back.Among those ready to roll the dice are Retama Park officials.”We know how much Texans and legislators hate taxes,” said Retama Park CEO Bryan Brown. “Well, we’re a great alternative to taxes. We can provide a billion dollars a year to the tax revenues of the state.”