But the key financial
But the key financial point to many casino gambling advocates is the economic development impact that casinos would have, including jobs and tourism. The argument that the tax revenue could be used to fund things like public education or infrastructure is not as pressing this legislative session, when lawmakers will determine how to spend a near $33 billion surplus. While the location of destination casino resorts in Dallas, Fort Worth and other major Texas cities is far from decided — Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban wants one tied to a new basketball and hockey arena — the one place in North Texas where a new casino is certain, if any of the legislation is passed and approved by voters, is Grand Prairie.