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Vikings Stadium Bill Set to Become Law Monday

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Sunday, May 13, 2012 - 3:36pm
  • Government (MN)
  • Sports News
  • East-Central MN
  • Minnesota
  • National
ST. PAUL, MN
ST. PAUL - Monday will be another big day at the Capitol for Vikings fans as Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton signs the stadium bill into law.Dayton has been one of the biggest cheerleaders for the new $975 million project, which won final legislative approval Thursday after years of failed attempts.The legislation commits the state to raising $348 million by allowing electronic pull-tabs and bingo in bars and restaurants.There are also backup funding measures such as a lottery game and luxury suite taxes.Dayton plans to sign the bill at a noon ceremony at the Capitol.Minnesota Vikings owners, bill authors and leaders from the labor and business community will be on hand.

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