TITLE: Relating to a study of the legalization of gambling in certain communities.

SUMMARY: Relating to a study of the legalization of gambling in certain communities.

FULL TEXT:
AN ACT relating to a study of the legalization of gambling in certain communities. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. (a) The Texas Lottery Commission shall study: (1) the legalization of gambling in historical downtown areas of communities located not more than 20 miles from an international border; and (2) the potential impact the revenue from legalized gambling and a tax on legalized gambling would have if used for the restoration of historic buildings and infrastructure in an area described by Subdivision (1). (b) Not later than December 31, 2020, the Texas Lottery Commission shall submit to the governor, the lieutenant governor, and the speaker of the house of representatives a report on the findings of the study. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2019.