Senator Frank Ciccone has submitted legislation which would allow Twin River to stay open for 24 hours, three days each week, but would also require them to continue greyhound racing.  Twin River contributes well over $200 million to the state each year, no thanks to greyhound racing.  The greyhounds need to be subsidized to the tune of $10 million each year.  Does it make sense for the state to jeopardize its revenue by forcing Twin River (a struggling company) to subsidize an activity which costs them money?

     Ideally, this bill would be defeated, and the Department of Revenue would allow Twin River to offer extended hours.  If the bill were passed, I would be curious about Twin River's legal options.  After all, Newport Grand was allowed to drop Jai Alai a few year ago.  Since they are treated similarly by the state, why shouldn't Twin River have the same option?