The debate over giving tax incentives to casino companies eventually became an argument over whether Mississippi should reward an industry that profits from what many consider a vice.
On a 36-16 vote, the Senate passed a bill that would include casino companies in a tourism incentive program.
Sen. Gary Jackson, a Republican from inland Kilmichael, said the gaming industry doesn’t need additional incentives to conduct business in the state.
“All this will do is to pay them to do something to make more money,” said Jackson, a Baptist pastor. He said the casinos make millions of dollars from patrons who lose money gambling.
About the Author(s)
Magnolia Tribune
This article was produced by Magnolia Tribune staff.
More Like This
More From This Author
Previous Story
World News
|
Munir Ahmed, Associated Press
, Michelle L. Price, Associated Press
, Russ Bynum, Associated Press
•
June 12, 2026
U.S. and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end their war, Pakistan’s prime minister says
The apparent breakthrough in negotiations comes after Iran exchanged fire with the U.S. and Israel over three days this week, threatening to return the Middle East to full-scale war.
