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Statement on Senate Passage of Raffle Reform Bill
Senator Michael H. Ranzenhofer
June 17, 2016
Albany, NY– The State Senate has approved a bill to allow local fire departments and other organizations to conduct raffles. The measure passed yesterday in the State Assembly.
State Senator Mike Ranzenhofer has issued the following statement:
“I am pleased to announce that the State Senate has approved a bill to lift state gaming authority regulations for raffles. Now, local fire departments and other organizations in Genesee County will be able to continue efforts to support our community and help offset the local tax burden. I was proud to co-sponsor the legislation and vote for it in the State Senate, and I am hopeful that Governor Cuomo will sign it into law.”
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