H.J.R. No. 6 Summary

• Proposes constitutional amendment to authorize casino gaming at locations designated by the General Assembly (rather than limiting to four specific cities) and requires voter approval by county or municipal corporation before casinos can operate in those areas.

• Increases state tax on gross casino revenue from 33% to 60%, with proceeds split equally between K-12 and special education programs (50%) and assistance to students at career colleges, community colleges, technical colleges, and private four-year institutions (50%).

• Transfers licensing authority from a proposed Ohio Casino Control Commission to the existing State Lottery Commission, which shall award licenses through competitive bidding rather than the specific license fee structure previously outlined.

• Removes the detailed revenue distribution formula that previously allocated funds to counties, school districts, host cities, horse racing, law enforcement training, and problem gambling programs.

• Amends provisions to make casino gaming authorization independent of specific geographic restrictions and local zoning laws, while removing provisions limiting ownership to four specific casino facilities in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Toledo.