$50,000
FROM AN ILLINOIS GAMBLING COMPANY
Bill Hardwick sponsored legislation to expand gambling across Missouri.
After the legislative session, his political committee received $50,000 from J&J Ventures, an Illinois gambling company backing the effort.
1. HARDWICK SPONSORED THE BILL
Bill Hardwick sponsored legislation to expand gambling machines across Missouri communities.
2. THE GAMBLING INDUSTRY STOOD TO BENEFIT
The legislation would expand gambling while providing favorable tax treatment for slot machine manufacturers and retailers.
3. THEN CAME THE $50,000
Days after the legislative session ended, Hardwick's political committee accepted $50,000 from an Illinois gambling company backing the effort.
