Introduced by Rep. Mary Waters (D) on June 29, 2005, to allow a city with a population of 300,000 or more (Grand Rapids and Detroit) to establish a city lottery.
Referred to the House Government Operations Committee on June 29, 2005.
1) Why only big cities? by NJPMAN on October 24, 2005 Shouldn't all cities have the right to setup lotteries if the citizens approve? Why should only Grand Rapids and Detroit be afforded the opportunity bring much needed money into their city governments? Reply
2) 2005 House Bill 5008 (Allow Grand Rapids, Detroit city lotteries ) by admin on January 1, 2001 Introduced in the House on June 29, 2005