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| Contents Open Letter from the President Legislative Update Industry News of Interest |
Latest industry news to help you stay informed and connected November 2006 From the President Dear AMOT Members, I want to thank those members who attended one of the general membership meetings held this month in Austin, Houston, and Dallas. Your support is appreciated. If you were not able to attend you missed an important update from our Lee Woods, AMOT lobbyist, on the gambling landscape heading into the session. At the Dallas meeting we also heard from the R J R tobacco lobbyist and their efforts on smoking bans throughout the state. As we continue to discuss, the expansion of gambling and smoking restrictions are our industry's biggest threats this session. The next round of general membership meetings will be held in either January or February. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks. Thanksgiving has passed and Christmas will be here soon. This is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends. I wish all a prosperous and happy holiday season. Sincerely, Jake J. Plaia AMOT President Legislative Update Industry News of Interest |
Pre-filing of legislation for the 80th
Legislature began on November 13th. A handful of bills relating to
gambling expansion have already been filed, indicating the continued
push by gambling interests to expand gambling in Texas.
Representative Norma Chavez of El Paso has filed HB 10, HJR 10, HJR
14, and HJR 15, which are all designed to allow the Tiguas to
re-open their casino. The fact that the bill and one of the joint
resolutions were assigned low bill numbers typically reserved by the
speaker indicates house leadership support for Representative
Chavez's efforts on behalf of the Tiguas.  |
Legislative Dates of interest December 9, 2006 Last day for legislators to accept political contributions Tuesday, January 9, 2007 80th Legislature convenes at noon Monday, May 28, 2007 Last day of 80th Regular Session Sunday, June 17, 2007 Last day governor can sign or veto bills passed during the previous legislative session More dates. Contribution Moratorium Please note that December 9, 2006, is the last day legislators may accept contributions. The moratorium against accepting contributions begins December 10, 2006, and continues through June 17, 2007. Learn more.  Do you know who represents you and your business in Austin and in Washington? Click here to find out. Websites to Watch Texas Legislature Online Governor's Office Lieutenant Governor's Office Attorney General's Office Quorum Report Capitol Inside  Need a good holiday gift for family members or friends? The 2006 Capitol Ornament is now on sale. The eleventh in a series of annual collectibles, this year's ornament features the Goddess of Liberty that graces the top of the Texas Capitol. Click here to learn more. AMOT Membership Please let us know if you have vendors or other business contacts that may be good prospects for AMOT membership. We would be happy to prepare a packet of information about the association's benefits for you to give them. As Raymond Fickey stated in our recent member profile "some people may not think an organization is worth budgeting for, but I believe any organization that works for your business is worthwhile. Having AMOT back you makes your business grow and I would encourage all operators to join." Please e-mail us if you have any questions or would like color copies of our recruitment brochure. |
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