The bidding process for the three new licenses to operate a full-fledged casino in or around New York City will likely be one of the most hotly contested in U.S history, with many of the nation’s most prominent operators having already expressed interest.ĭemocratic Governor Kathy Hochul signed budget legislation Monday (April 11) that will accelerate the process of issuing three new licenses likely destined for the downstate region of New York.Īlthough the state only enacted the legislation this week, discussions have been in motion for years.
