Missouri Gaming Commission News and Information

Read more from Chris Blank of the Associated Press in today's Jefferson City News Tribune.

Read Tim Bryant's story in the St.Louis Post Dispatch here.

Tim Bryant of the St.Louis Post Dispatch writes the story. Read it here.

Gov.Nixon signs bill to increase penalties for public assistance fraud, prohibit
use of TANF funds at liquor stores and casinos

JEFFERSON CITY –
Gov. Jay Nixon today signed Senate Bill 251, which increases penalties for public assistance fraud and prohibits the use of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds at
liquor stores, casinos and adult entertainment establishments.“Here in Missouri, we
believe in protecting taxpayers and strengthening families – and that is what
these programs are designed to do,” Gov. Nixon said. “By strengthening existing protections for taxpayers and children, and cracking down on those who misuse public funds, this bill will help ensure these programs continue to provide temporary support for needy families and children in a proper and accountable way.” Senate Bill 251 prohibits the use of TANF funds in liquor stores, casinos and adult-oriented establishments.  Beneficiaries will also be prohibited from using TANF funds to purchase items that are not in the best interests of the child or household. The bill also increases the penalties for fraud, including the unlawful receipt, conversion or transfer of public assistance benefits.

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has vetoed Senate Bill 224. Read the story at Missourinet.com

Read about the opening of Isle of Capri's new casino property in the Herald Standard.com

Tim Bryant of the St.Louis Post Dispatch writes the story. Read it here.

The Missouri Gaming Commission released financial numbers on Monday. The Southeast Missourian reports on Cape Girardeau's numbers. Read it here.