Senators in Texas are attempting to legalise casino gambling as a way of funding further education in the state, it has been revealed.

 

The bipartisan proposal will be put forward by Republican John Carona of Dallas and Democrat Rodney Ellis of Houston, the Associated Press has reported.

 

More details are expected to be revealed shortly, but it is understood that the plan will revolve around a number of high profile resorts across Texas as well as slot machines at racetracks.

 

A survey of a handful of Texans found some to be in favour of the proposed scheme.

 

“I think it would be great. I just turned 21, so it would be a lot of fun. I wouldn’t have to drive to Louisiana to gamble,” said Megan O’Sullivan, speaking to CBS 42 reporters. 

 

The popularity of gambling within Texas was emphasised by this week’s Mega Millions lottery, which saw as many as 26,000 tickets a minute being sold in the state.

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