GOP Delegate Behind First Casino Bill Co-Patron On 2026 Legislation
Del. Wren Williams, who initially proposed a Tysons casino bill, is now co-patroning a new 2026 bill submitted by State Sen. Scott Surovell.Summary
Virginia Delegate Wren Williams (R-Stuart), who previously introduced a casino bill for Tysons in 2023, is co-patroning a new bill submitted by State Senator Scott Surovell (D-Mount Vernon) regarding casino legislation. The 2025 bill had multiple co-patrons, but this time Williams is the sole co-patron. The current bill, SB756, specifies that any Fairfax County casino must be near a Metro Silver Line station, part of a large mixed-use development, near a regional mall, and outside the I-495 Beltway. Comstock Holding Companies, the developer seeking to build the Tysons casino, has invested over $2.5 million in campaign contributions and lobbying efforts, including donations to Williams’ campaign and to a PAC formed to advocate for the casino. Patch’s reporting reveals connections between Williams and Comstock’s CEO and family.
(Source：Joliet, IL Patch)