The bill now heads to the state House of Representatives for further consideration.
On March 16, the legislature’s Public Safety and Security Committee approved House Bill 5305, “An Act Concerning a Request for Proposals to Qualify an Entity to Develop a Casino Gaming Facility in the State.” Momentum for expanding casino gaming in Connecticut is growing after a bill that would allow MGM Resorts International to build a casino in Bridgeport cleared a legislative hurdle.