Questions about Proposition 68:

Why is Prop 68 headed to the ballot?
Commercial gambling interests and foreign and out-of-state racetrack owners are trying to market the so-called, "Gaming Revenue Act" as a way to help foster kids, law enforcement and firefighters.

But don't be fooled. The only reason for 68 is to increase profits for those bankrolling it, by adding casino-style gambling at their own clubs and tracks.

What does Prop 68 really do?
It may be dressed up as a way to help foster kids, firefighters and law enforcement, but what it really does is give these 16 card clubs and horseracing tracks the right to install 30,000 new slot machines at their facilities. And because of the extremely restrictive conditions it would place on allocation of revenues, most worthy agencies could be left out in the cold -- and the ones that receive funds could wind up having to spend more than they get.

What's the impact on law enforcement?
Again, its promoters claim that their gambling proposition is all about helping police and firefighters. But the measure is so deceptively written and comes with so many strings attached it could actually hurt cash-strapped local police, sheriffs and fire departments.

Specifically, it states that funding for law enforcement and other public safety agencies must be used for adding new personnel. But there are no provisions allocating new funding to pay for any of the support needed to sustain public safety personnel, such as uniforms, training, equipment, vehicles and facility costs. This means cities and counties could be forced to bear these additional support costs, adding even more pressure on financially challenged local governments.

Questions about Proposition 70:

Doesn't Prop 70 ensure that Indian casinos pay their fair share of revenues just like every other business?
No. Proposition 70 does not allow for the state to audit the books of the Indian casinos. This means taxpayers will never know if they are getting a fair deal or a raw deal. They could end up paying next to nothing.

What does Prop 70 really do?
The wealthy Indian gaming tribes behind Prop 70 want you to believe this measure will force tribes to "pay their fair share."

The truth is that it gives these Indian gaming tribes a 99-year monopoly on gambling without ever having to pay their fair share to the state. If Prop 70 passes, it will be almost impossible to change.

Will Prop 70 result in an expansion of gaming?
Yes. The measure removes existing limitations on the number of casinos that a tribe can operate. Further, Prop 70 encourages tribes to put casinos in our state's major cities, increasing crime and traffic congestion problems.

What's the impact on law enforcement and the environment?
Proposition 70 provides NO MONEY for law enforcement, environmental impacts, or transportation.

"Casinos can be a magnet for crime. Unfortunately, Proposition 70 provides no funds to local law enforcement agencies to help fight crime in the communities surrounding Indian casinos..."
Chief Jerry Adams, President
California Peace Officers' Association

No on Propositions 68 and 70 - Governor Schwarzenegger's Committee for Fair Share Gaming Agreements with major funding from Governor Schwarzenegger's California Recovery Team. FPPC ID# 1266181