(EMAILWIRE.COM, May 01, 2013 ) Sydney, Australia -- In Florida, the state is looking to move ahead with a study that may essentially stage the future expansion of gambling within the region. The study could include a conclusion on weather Miami could rival Las Vegas in the future as the pinnacle of the betting world in the United States.
The two leaders of the Republican-controlled state Legislature signed a $400,000 contract to have the New jersey-based Spectrum Gaming Group conduct a study that would find out the necessary numbers on gambling within the region.
The company will now be responsible for creating detailed reports that examine the state's mix of gambling, and the impact that will be incurred by changing the state laws. The reports are meant to examine not only the financial effects, but also the social ones.
The review has shown up on the heels of the Florida lawmakers approval of the sweeping ban of all storefront operations known as Internet cafes. Governor Rick Scott signed the ban last week.
"I look forward to reviewing their report as we take a holistic view of the role gaming plays in Florida's economy," said House Speaker Will Weatherford, R-Wesley Chapel in a statement.
Senate President Don Gaetz, R-Niceville, stated that overall gambling generates significant economic movement, state legislators have made changes to the state's gambling laws in a “piecemeal fashion” over the years.
"This study will help House and Senate committees comprehensively examine gaming issues," Gaetz said in a statement.
The restrictions within the state regarding gambling, as well as voters in the past, have rejected such items as constitutional amendments to allow casinos within the state. Dog tracks and horse tracks within the South Florida area are allowed currently, however, and each is allowed to install slot machines.
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