In an attempt to get out of the starting gate legislation that would allow South Carolinians to bet on horse racing through a phone app, proponents are promising to hold the gambling to Palmetto State races only.
And those who want to make a wager must be present at the race to do so.
The Senate Finance Committee voted 12-6 Tuesday to advance the bipartisan proposal, led by Sen. Michael Johnson, R-Tega Cay.
It’s one of several bills filed this year to allow gambling in some form.
South Carolina misses out on millions in potential revenue from betting, proponents say, as the industry grows — both legally and illegally.
