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House Introduces Bill for Fair Casino Revenue Distribution, Sparking Local Debate

The bill seeks fairness in casino revenue distribution. Local leaders debate service sharing to balance the relationship between Petersburg and nearby localities.

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House Introduces Bill for Fair Casino Revenue Distribution, Sparking Local Debate

A bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates, aiming to create a Tri-Cities Improvement Commission. This commission would oversee the distribution of revenue from the Petersburg casino among nearby localities, with a focus on income levels.

The proposed commission would control casino-related tax revenue from Petersburg, ensuring a fair share for adjacent localities. This move has sparked debate among local leaders. In response, a Petersburg councilor has proposed companion legislation. This legislation seeks to mandate that nearby localities share services with Petersburg, fostering a more balanced relationship.

The bill's initiator in the lower house of delegates remains unidentified in the provided search results.

The House of Delegates is considering a bill to establish a commission for fair revenue distribution from the Petersburg casino. Meanwhile, local leaders engage in discussions about service sharing. The bill's sponsor in the lower house has not been officially named in the available information.

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