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U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville says he would not stand in the way of Alabama legalizing gambling, but wants state leaders to assemble a comprehensive plan before putting it to voters.
Speaking on Alabama Public Television’s Capitol Journal, Tuberville said he was not opposed to a gaming bill and did not want the process rushed, according to Yellowhammer News.
“I think the governor’s office should be on top of everything in terms of how it’s all put together,” he said.
Tuberville Urges State Leaders to Plan Gambling Together
Tuberville called for the governor’s office and legislature to work together from the outset on a proposal covering the gambling options they intend to pursue, including a lottery or casinos. He pointed to Alabama’s medical marijuana rollout as a warning, describing that process as “a total disaster.”
He said he was not personally a gambler and would be comfortable with either outcome. His willingness to promote legalization, however, would depend on having a complete plan rather than adopting gambling measures piece by piece.
“Let’s put it out there and see if the people want to vote for it,” Tuberville said.
Alabama’s Recent Gambling Bills Stalled
The Alabama House passed a comprehensive gaming package in 2024 that included a lottery, casinos and sports betting. The Senate narrowed the proposal to a lottery and limited electronic gaming, and the compromise fell one vote short of the 21 needed to pass.
State Sen. Greg Albritton introduced another comprehensive gambling bill in 2025. Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger shut down that effort within days, saying it was too little, too late and lacked enough votes. There was no attempt to legalize gaming in 2026.
Tuberville estimated that developing a complete plan would take about a year.
“And if they pass it, we know we’re going to do it the right way. But have it all together. It’s going to take a year or so to get that done,” he said.
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Source: As reported by Yellowhammer News.
