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Legislature weighs jai alai legalization in California
A state legislative push to legalize jai alai would allow pari mutuel betting at frontons raising an estimated 20 million dollars annually for the treasury. Supporters cited potential revenue from admission fees and licenses while opponents warned against expanding gaming. Comments from the Council of Churches and business groups reflected broad debate on the measure.
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California State Treasury
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