Anti-Casino Amendment Voted On By Fairfax Board Of Supervisors
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to oppose potential casino legislation in Virginia without local request or a fair revenue split.Summary
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted 5-4 to add an amendment to its 2026 Legislative Program opposing potential legislation that would allow a casino to be built in Tysons, Virginia. The amendment, introduced by Supervisor Walter Alcorn, stipulates opposition to any casino authorized without a request from the Board of Supervisors, without a statewide Gaming Commission, and without a tax revenue split that substantially benefits Fairfax County. Chair Jeff McKay sent a letter to the Virginia General Assembly reiterating the Board’s position, emphasizing the need for a referendum by Fairfax County residents and the implementation of a statewide Gaming Commission. Previous attempts to pass casino legislation in 2023 and 2025 failed, with concerns raised about the impact on local land use and revenue sharing. The Board also highlighted the need for state funding for K-12 education and a modernization of the state’s tax system.
(Source：Joliet, IL Patch)