Georgia Lawmakers To Hear Feedback On Casinos At Meeting In Columbus

On Wednesday, residents of Columbus are expected to hear from a committee of state lawmakers who are exploring legalizing the gambling industry in Georgia.

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Casino gambling could provide an economic boost for the state of Georgia.

On Wednesday, residents of Columbus are expected to hear from a committee of state lawmakers who are exploring legalizing that industry in the state as a way of bolstering the state’s economic position. The lawmakers want to hear what residents think, too.

Rep. Alan Powell, a Republican from Hartwell, is co-chair of the House Special Committee on Economic Growth. He said legalizing gambling would bring jobs and more construction.