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Evnen Rejects Gambling Measures, Citing Confusing Language

Nebraska’s top elections official says he won’t put three measures to legalize casino gambling on the November ballot, arguing that the language they used was misleading and confusing. The decision announced Tuesday by Republican Secretary of State Bob Evnen means voters won’t get to decide the issue this year unless a court overturns his decision. Supporters of the ballot measures filed an immediate legal challenge, and the dispute is likely headed to the Nebraska Supreme Court. Supporters launched the campaign after Nebraska lawmakers repeatedly rejected measures to legalize casino gambling.

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