NEW RELEASE:
McLean Citizens Association Board of Directors authorized the MCA Executive Committee to write a letter to the Fairfax County delegation of State Senators and Delegates opposing legislation to allow gaming casinos to operate in Fairfax County. The letter was sent out this morning, one day before the 2024 General Assembly Legislative Session commences. I have pasted in the content below. You may also access the letter using the link at the bottom of this email.
Senator Marsden introduced a bill in the 2023 session that would make it possible to locate a casino in Fairfax County. The 2023 bill was withdrawn. It is reported that he will reintroduce that bill in the 2024 session. No bill has been filed at this point. To look at the 2023 bill Senator Marsden introduced, click this link - Bill Tracking - 2023 session > Legislation (virginia.gov).
Key dates:
- Virginia General Assembly begins tomorrow, January 10
- Last day to introduce bills is Friday, January 19, 2024
Should the General Assembly pass a bill that expands where casinos can be located, the citizens of the proposed location (Fairfax County is this case) would vote in a referendum.
Many of our members and residents have contacted MCA Board members to express their opposition to allowing casinos to be operated in Fairfax County. MCA is watching this closely.
Linda Walsh
MCA President
(703) 300-0819
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