Proposes constitutional amendment giving Legislature authority to establish slot machine gambling at horse racetracks; dedicates revenues derived to support State-administered defined benefit retirement systems, casinos, improvements to Atlantic City, and horse racing.
This proposed constitutional amendment (SCR 31) would allow New Jersey's Legislature to establish slot machine gambling at horse racetracks without requiring voter approval. If approved, revenues from these slots would be dedicated to fund state retirement systems, support casinos, improve Atlantic City, and benefit horse racing operations. The amendment specifically targets existing constitutional barriers to gambling by creating an exception for racetrack slot machines under legislative authority. This change would directly affect horse racetracks, state retirement programs, Atlantic City economic development, and casino operators.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
upper
2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joe Cryan
DDemocratic
P
Joe Pennacchio
RRepublican
Co
Holly Schepisi
RRepublican
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