Nebraska could see an additional $30 million a year for property tax relief if residents are allowed to place sports bets on their phones or mobile devices.
Gaming officials are urging the governor and lawmakers to consider this option when they reconvene for a special session on July 25.
“It’s additive. It’s not a tax shift. And so we think that’s a pretty viable option. And we’ve been proposing that to be part of this special session,” said Lance Morgan of Ho Chunk Inc.
Ho Chunk Inc. operates War Horse Casinos in Lincoln, Omaha, and South Sioux City. Morgan added that they have been providing state leaders with information.
