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. |