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Mississippi casino bill passes senate27 March 2008CKSON, Mississippi -- As reported by the Biloxi Sun Herald: "A bill that would give tax breaks to casinos that build non-gambling amenities - South Mississippi's last surviving piece of legislation for the 2008 session - has passed the Senate after lengthy debate. "House Bill 1196, offered by Rep. Diane Peranich, D-Pass Christian, would provide tax breaks to casinos that invest more than $10 million on non-gambling developments. It covers theme parks, water parks, cultural or historical centers, motor speedways or other large non-gambling tourist attractions. The bill would also provide incentives for hotel investments of more than $40 million, as well as golf courses with investments of more than $10 million..." |