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September 19, 2008 9:02 AM

Slots seen as helpful to local transportation improvements

At a recent informational open house in Berlin, Maryland regarding planned improvements to Route 589, the corridor between Routes 113 and 50, project managers said the improvements might be accelerated if slots are approved by statewide voters in November.

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Stronger Maryland schools, with half of total gross revenues dedicated to the Education Trust Fund.
No Tax Increases, by generating approximately $660 million in new state funding, according to independent budget analysts.
No Slippery Slope, because the referendum is a Constitutional amendment that prevents any additional expansion of gaming anywhere in Maryland without a future voter-approved Constitutional amendment.

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Supporters

Teachers

The state's fiscal crisis is a serious threat to the quality of our children's education. | Read More

Unions

Working families and labor unions across Maryland back the slots referendum because it will create jobs, fund education and prevent future tax increases | Read More

Chambers of Commerce

The referendum is a reasonable alternative to tax increases that would otherwise be needed to stabilize Maryland’s shaky finances. | Read More

Maryland Retailers Association

In addition to the overall boost to the overall economy and local merchants, slot machines can prevent future tax increases. | Read More