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Quinn: Lawmakers Barking Up Wrong Tree On Gaming

A plan to add more five casinos across the state is still in limbo, despite the fact lawmakers sent a plan to Governor Quinn's desk.  Quinn says he refuses to sign a "slip shot" bill that doesn't include proper oversight.  

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Governor Quinn says lawmakers have the wrong idea if they expect him to sign a gambling expansion deal that lacks proper oversight.

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The house passed the bill with a veto proof majority.  The Senate would need to find six votes to override a Quinn veto.  Senate President John Cullerton has said he plans to work with the governor to avoid a veto.  The bill would add five casinos across the state plus allow slots at race tracks. It's expected to generated billions in additional revenue.

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