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Georgia Senate shoots down sports betting bill

The state Senate soundly rejected legislation Thursday to legalize sports betting in Georgia. Senate Bill 57 was defeated 37-19, as senators opposed to gambling joined forces with those who believe legalizing sports betting requires a constitutional amendment. The bill’s supporters argued it would not require a constitutional change because it would not legalize either casinos […]