ATLANTA — Georgia lawmakers again are considering whether to legalize casino gambling in the Peach State.
A constitutional amendment introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives Tuesday calls for a statewide referendum to authorize a limited number of “casino resorts” across the state.
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