DIGEST
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legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of the law
or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HCR 19 Reengrossed 2024 Regular Session Echols
Requests the House Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice, or a subcommittee thereof,
to conduct a joint study of the brick-and-mortar casino operations in La. and to report its findings
prior to the convening of the 2025 R.S.
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The House Floor Amendments to the engrossed bill:
1. Change references from the land-based casino industry to brick-and-mortar casino
operations.
2. Change language relative to the history of casinos in La., statutory references, and
revenue generated by Harrah's New Orleans Casino in 2023.
3. Change the scope of the study regarding reinvestment projects, taxation remedies, and
business relationships between brick-and-mortar operators and out-of-state companies
without a physical presence in La., and include in the study incentives to encourage
capital investment in brick-and-mortar casinos through an examination of other large
gaming markets.
4. Remove the Senate Committee on Judiciary B from the proposed study.