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Ryan RayMarch 2, 2015

Just minutes after House Majority Leader Dana Young released her much-awaited casino gambling legislation on Monday, Orlando-based group No Casinos Inc. released a set of statements blasting the proposal. “This bill would cause the biggest expansion of gambling in Florida history,” said No Casinos President John Sowinski. “It invites wall-to-wall casino gambling in Florida, and the social costs and […]

Ryan RayMarch 2, 2015

Just minutes after House Majority Leader Dana Young released her much-awaited casino gambling legislation on Monday, Orlando-based group No Casinos Inc. released a set of statements blasting the proposal. “This bill would cause the biggest expansion of gambling in Florida history,” said No Casinos President John Sowinski. “It invites wall-to-wall casino gambling in Florida, and the social costs and […]

James CallMarch 2, 2015

House Majority Leader Dana Young made the opening bid Monday on expanding gambling operations in Florida. The Gaming Control Act of 2015 provides for up to two destination resorts in Florida, a constitutional amendment to lift a moratorium on further expansion, decoupling of greyhound racing from other gaming opportunities, and the reversion to the state […]

Peter SchorschMarch 2, 2015

There is a wonderful scene in Martin Scorsese‘s film Casino, in which the character played by Sharon Stone flings racks of betting chips into the air. With Little Richard‘s Slippin’ And Slidin’ blasting in the background, dozens of gamblers scramble across the casino floor attempting to scoop up as much money as possible. All the while, […]

Peter SchorschMarch 2, 2015

There is a wonderful scene in Martin Scorsese‘s film Casino, in which the character played by Sharon Stone flings racks of betting chips into the air. With Little Richard‘s Slippin’ And Slidin’ blasting in the background, dozens of gamblers scramble across the casino floor attempting to scoop up as much money as possible. All the while, […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorFebruary 22, 2015

In anticipation of the 2015 Legislative Session, FloridaPolitics.com is asking state lawmakers about their goals and priorities – and whether they support some controversial issues in the state.. Here are the responses from House Majority Leader Dana Young of Tampa: In one word, how would you describe your expectations for the Session, i.e. “Excited.” “Successful!” What’s a […]

Ryan RayFebruary 7, 2015

House Majority Leader Dana Young and fellow Republican Rep. Jeanette Nuñez are set to hold a fundraiser this month in Tallahassee following a full day of committee hearings next week. Among the all-ladies cast of hosts are several fixtures on the Capitol scene: Lindy Kennedy, Carole Duncanson, Sandra Mortham and Marty Bowen will all be on hand to celebrate the dynamic […]

Ryan RayJanuary 23, 2015

A trio of Republican state House members are set to throw a mutual fundraiser at Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox ahead of the legislative session — Sanford’s Jason Brodeur and Majority Leader Dana Young of Tampa for re-election in their respective House seats, and Matt Gaetz of Shalimar for the Florida Senate seat held by his term-limited father, former […]

Ryan RayJanuary 23, 2015

A trio of Republican state House members are set to throw a mutual fundraiser at Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox ahead of the legislative session — Sanford’s Jason Brodeur and Majority Leader Dana Young of Tampa for re-election in their respective House seats, and Matt Gaetz of Shalimar for the Florida Senate seat held by his term-limited father, former […]

Mitch PerryJanuary 9, 2015

Though political ideology rarely surfaces in your typical Tampa City Council meeting, the fact of the matter is the current seven-member board is represented exclusively by Democrats at the moment. That may change in March, though, when the leading contender to succeed Charlie Miranda in the District 6 race is engineer Jackie Toledo, a registered […]

Dana Young
Lake Mary’s team celebrates in the eighth inning of the Little League World Series Championship game against Taiwan. Florida won in eight innings 2-1. Image via AP.

No Casinos comes out tearing into Dana Young's gambling bill

No Casinos comes out tearing into Dana Young’s gambling bill

Dana Young makes opening move on expanded gambling

Here's what (I think, maybe) is in Dana Young's forthcoming gambling bill

Here’s what (I think, maybe) is in Dana Young’s forthcoming gambling bill

Previewing the 2015 Legislative Session with Rep. Dana Young

Dana Young, Jeanette Nunez to hold joint fundraiser in Tallahassee

Reps. Dana Young, Matt Gaetz & Jason Brodeur to hold joint fundraiser in Tallahassee

Reps. Dana Young, Matt Gaetz & Jason Brodeur to hold joint fundraiser in Tallahassee

Jeff Brandes & Dana Young help fundraise for Tampa Council candidate Jackie Toledo