Rep. Hottinger said that officials should conduct a bidding for the racing track slot machines. He said that it is only right thing to do since officials did not consult voters about the slots plan.

IGT announced on July 29th, 2009 that they will install slot machines in the Boyd Gamings casinos. Aside from that, IGT is also installing new slots machines in MGM Mirage casinos.

The Court of Appeals of Maryland stated that the Laurel Park slots issue should be resolve by the state commission. Laurel Park is bidding for a slots license in Anne Arundel County.

New Hampshire officials are contemplating on whether to allow slot machines at the Rockingham Racing Park. Rockingham already offers casino table games like blackjack, roulette and craps.

MIA officials are planning to feature slot machines at the airport but state regulators are questioning its legality. Marc Dunbar said that he is hopeful that the will push through despite the issues.

Gov. Strickland accepted Lottery Director Michael Dolans resignation on August 4th, 2009. Dolan will continue to manage the lottery until Gov. Strickland pick his successor.

US District Court Judge Harry Hudspeth decided that slot machines at the Tigua Tribe casino are illegal. He said that the machines gives out more than $5 in prizes.

The Baltimore Gaming Board approved the change of the slots facility location from the MandT Bank Stadium. Baltimore City Entertainment group also obtained the slots license of Gateway South.

The slots issue in Ohio continues to be sensitive issue between Gov. Strickland and Ohio legislators. Gov. Strickland wants to install the slot machines as soon as possible.

GPWA gave its approval to Penny-Slot-Machines.com on July 15th, 2009. Penny-Slot-Machines.com offers comprehensive video slots information for slots lovers.

Ohio leaders and racing tracks are hoping to get slot machines operational quicker than Pennsylvania. Gov. Strickland predicts more than $900 million of gaming revenue from slot machines.

Massachusetts officials are considering installing slot machines at the state racing tracks. Supporters said that it will help Massachusetts stay afloat during the global financial crisis.

The referendum petition of LetOhioVote.org was dismissed by Secretary Jennifer Brunner on July 23rd, 2009. Brunner said that the slots plan is part of a legislative bill so she cannot act on it.

Non-profits in New Hampshire protested the states plan of allowing slot machines at horse racing parks. But gaming supporters said that charities have nothing to fear regarding the slots plan.

The slots plan of Rep. Dan Flynn only needs the approval of Gov. Rick Perry to make it legal and binding. The plan will help police officers to stop the spread of illegal video slot machines.