There is a clearer picture of the Pennsylvania skill games industry now that the Supreme Court ruled the games as slot machines. Despite the ruling, it has not cooled down discussions and opinions over what should happen next with the industry.
Parx Casino CEO Eric Hausler voiced his opinions and concerns about skill games in a recent op-ed. He identified their connection with “criminal behavior” and “compulsive gambling,” and he called into question Pace-O-Matic’s (POM) interest in small businesses.
POM responded to those comments to PlayPennsylvania on Wednesday. Mike Barley, POM spokesman, said: “I’m not surprised to hear Parx Casino has zero interest or concern for the future of small businesses, veterans groups, or volunteer fire companies.”
