Union groups in Maryland are pushing for the slots referendum on November 2008. They believe that it will be the answer to the budget deficit and to ensure jobs will not be cut.

The cost of the new Hollywood Slots facility has risen to $131 million. Peter Carilino, the CEO of Penn, stated that the reason for the dramatic increase is the hotel they are planning to build aside from facility.

Pennsylvania Gaming Board is asking a $58 million bond from Pocono Manor, who have requested from the court to review the board's decision. Chairman Decker said that the money will be used to protect tax payers.

Pennsylvania's Mount Airy Casino may soon have a competitor in Mohawk Casino. Like the Mount Airy Casino, the Mohawk Casino will also offer slot machines aside from their casino table games.