The negotiations appear intertwined with extended talks over a final two-year state budget that was supposed to be enacted by July 1. Votes on the proposals aren't likely until August at the earliest, state GOP leaders sayīut details about those ideas and some potential bill language are being exchanged, the Republican leaders said, reflecting an upgrade in negotiations that have waited in the wings for months during this year's legislative session.Proposals to allow four casinos and video gambling machines are being exchanged as budget talks proceed.State Republican lawmakers are in extended talks over a final two-year state budget that was supposed to be enacted by July 1.
