Northern Virginia lawmakers want Gov. Abigail Spanberger to block a bill that could make room for a casino in Fairfax County, following strong opposition from the local community
Lawmakers representing Northern Virginia are urging Gov. Abigail Spanberger to say no to legislation that could open the door to a highly-debated casino in Fairfax County, as opposition continues to grow among local officials and residents.
At the center of the debate is Senate Bill 756, which would enable the county to look into the possibility of building a casino in Tysons. This proposal has sparked a great deal of concern in one of Virginia’s most affluent and densely populated areas, where many feel the project does not reflect community priorities.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has been pretty clear about its position on the matter: they never asked for a casino…