As Iowa lawmakers look ahead to the 2025 legislative session, they’re already considering plans to block new casinos from coming to the state.
State Rep. Bobby Kaufmann (R-Wilton) is worried a new casino could impact revenue at Riverside and put his constituents’ jobs at risk.
“Whether it has to advance and what form it’s in is certainly up for debate, but I didn’t floor manage it last year, earlier this year, you know, just for it to go away,” Rep. Kaufmann said. “So, I certainly plan to file legislation again.”
However, State Rep. Jeff Cooling (D-Cedar Rapids) has pushed back on more restrictions.
