Montana should bet on blackjack

In 1981, North Dakota’s gambling industry experienced a sudden boom. The state began raking in gambling tax revenue, which was pledged to charities and non-profit organizations. And while the gamblers would of course get to keep their winnings, groups across the state and local communities benefited from the sudden increase in revenue.

Montana is now in a position to pass similar legislation and bring in needed revenue to our state at a time when we are in desperate need of a boost. House Bill 578 gives establishments the option of adding up to three tables for live blackjack. Revenue for the...