LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Nevada Sen. Harry Reid has sent a letter to President Barack Obama asking for clarification to a provision that restricts casinos from using federal stimulus funds. The Democratic majority leader says in a letter sent Friday that the provision is "overly broad" and is discouraging nonprofit groups from applying for stimulus money.
| Can't say that I've ever heard of an intentionally non-profit casino. |
| Usually you have to count cards ... |
Reid argues that casinos are often the only suitable space for conferences and workshops held by community organizations. He also cites a women's group that often uses casino hotel rooms as transitional housing for victims of violence.
| That's even more lame than Chris Dodd denying he had anything to do with the AIG bonus provision. |
"We're gonna put you up at the Sands until your bruises heal up, honey!"
"Do I get free drinks?" |
The Senate approved the provision, introduced by Republican Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma, last month in a 73-24 vote. Reid voted against the measure, while Nevada Republican Sen. John Ensign supported it. |