Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County's established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county's comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia's most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill's promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia's existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia's General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land-use authority and planning processes, even though it was not requested by local officials, community members, or relevant county agencies. Fairfax County has long maintained a comprehensive and carefully structured framework for land-use decisions, designed to ensure that development aligns with local priorities, infrastructure capacity, environmental considerations, and the needs of residents. By advancing this bill without coordination with county leadership or community stakeholders, the proposal overrides the principle that local governments are best positioned to determine how land within their jurisdiction should be used. Local land-use authority exists in part because communities face unique conditions that cannot always be addressed effectively through one-size-fits-all policies. Fairfax County, for example, must balance growth with already strained transportation corridors, crowded public schools, stormwater management requirements, and the preservation of existing neighborhoods. Decisions about density, building height, infrastructure investment, and environmental mitigation are typically evaluated through detailed local review processes that incorporate public hearings, planning commission analysis, and input from county staff. A bill that circumvents these procedures removes opportunities for residents and local experts to raise concerns or propose adjustments that could improve project outcomes. Additionally, when state legislation imposes land-use decisions without local support, it can create uncertainty for both communities and developers. Local planning documents such as the comprehensive plan provide predictable guidance about where and how growth should occur. Developers, property owners, and residents rely on these plans to make long-term decisions about investment, housing, and community development. When those plans are overridden by external mandates, the predictability that underpins responsible planning is weakened. Equally important is the issue of democratic accountability. Local land-use decisions are typically made by elected officials who directly represent the residents most affected by those choices. Public hearings, community meetings, and advisory boards give residents multiple avenues to participate in shaping their neighborhoods. When legislation bypasses these channels, it diminishes the role of community voices in decisions that have direct impacts on traffic patterns, school enrollment, environmental quality, and neighborhood character. For these reasons, the bill represents a clear violation of local control. It disregards Fairfax County’s established planning authority, was not initiated or requested by county leaders or residents, and conflicts with the goals and policies set forth in the county’s comprehensive plan. Preserving local decision-making authority is essential to ensuring that development proceeds in a way that reflects community priorities, maintains infrastructure balance, and respects the planning processes that residents and officials have built over many years.

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I say NO to a casino in Tysons Corner. This will be destructive to our community, detriment to society as a whole and dangerous for our children, young adults and older adults with addiction. I understand that the bill has passed but it must be vetoed by governor Abigail Spanberger! Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. I don’t want my children to grow up near a casino. I’ve seen the damage casinos do to their surrounding communities and it’s negative.

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

As a lifelong Fairfax/McLean resident, I strongly oppose this -- as does my entire family here. We have dealt with traffic problems for a long time. This will only make matters worse. We also do not want the crime and other issues casinos bring in our communities. Everyone any of us know here is opposed to this. We do not support! I appreciate your attention to this critical matter for Fairfax residents. Please OPPOSE.

asino operates on a logic of extraction. It is a business model that only succeeds when its neighbors lose. We are talking about a massive structure that is designed to keep people inside, away from the sunlight and away from the local businesses that actually form the backbone of our community. When a casino moves in, it creates a localized economic vacuum. People who might have spent their Friday night at a local restaurant or a small shop instead funnel that money into a slot machine. The house always wins, and that money does not stay in Fairfax. It flows straight to the bottom line of a global gaming corporation. We are essentially trading our local economic diversity for a single, predatory industry that cannibalizes existing businesses. Instead of growing the pie, a casino just takes a larger slice from the people who can least afford it. Beyond the economics, we have to talk about what this does to families. Gambling is a unique kind of addiction because it is invisible until the bank accounts are empty and the house is in foreclosure. It is not just about the person at the table. It is about the children whose college funds are gambled away and the spouses who are left to deal with the wreckage of a financial secret. The social services in our county are already stretched thin. Adding a massive catalyst for debt and addiction will only increase the burden on our taxpayers to fund the inevitable fallout. We would be spending tax dollars to fix the very problems the casino created. There is also the issue of community character. We chose to live here because of the schools, the parks, and the safe, family oriented environment. A twenty four hour gambling hub brings a transient population and a set of safety concerns that do not belong in a residential area. It changes the way a neighborhood feels. It increases traffic on already congested roads, making life harder for everyone just trying to get to work or pick up their kids from school. We should be investing in industries that build things up, not ones that rely on people breaking down.

I and my family are opposed to SB 756. This is a terrible idea, opposed by most people in this state, and I urge our legislators to reconsider this plan. This is not going to be the money-maker you think it will be; it will be a personal financial liability for many many people. It’s also a Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

As a resident of Fairfax County, I ask that you respectfully vote NO on SB756. Advancing SB756 violates the County’s land use authority, disregards local governance, disregards elected leadership, and disregards what residents want. Vote no!

As a resident of Vienna, I do not support SB756. The residents of Fairfax County do not support this. Advancing SB 756 disregards local governance, land‑use planning, and the wishes of the majority who reside in the county. Vote No!

We didn’t build a life here in McLean and spend tens of thousands of dollars each year in real estate taxes to live in a community with a casino. A casino in Fairfax County, will ruin the quality of life here, bring crime, worsen congestion, harm local businesses, and lower property values. Our community does not want a casino and the voters should have a say.

I am against establishing casinos in Fairfax County, VA. The negative side effects will far exceed any desired financial gains. Casinos often bring crime into the area.

Vote NO on Bill 756 and strongly against to build a casino in Fairfax County! This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

100% opposed to a casino in Fairfax county!! Public opposes it! Do not authorize!!

Please do not allow any casino development in Fairfax county. It is too crowded and it will not be good for families.

I vehemently oppose a casino in Fairfax County for all of the reasons stated below, especially given that both county leadership and a vast majority of residents don't want it! Why force a gaming committee on a location that does not want it??? Find somewhere else. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I and my family are strongly against to build a casino in Fairfax County!!! If this casino bill gets passed, it will destroy the Fairfax County safety and economy. Additionally, this Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

As a Reston resident, I am deeply concerned about the prospect of a casino coming to my neighborhood. A casino, bringing noise, traffic and other activity, simply does not belong in our community and goes against all of the careful planning that has made Reston a desirable place to live, work and play. Our community overwhelmingly opposes the addition of a casino. I strongly believe that a casino is detrimental to our community and goes against the careful planning that has been a part of Reston for more than six decades. We simply do not need such a facility. Reston already has a strong commercial tax base and an ideal live/work/play environment that has been viewed as a model community across the country. Introducing a casino would jeopardize this success. I urge you to join the majority of Reston residents who oppose this casino development. Current residents and future generations will be grateful for your advocacy. Sincerely, Mary Wiggins 11148 Forest Edge Drive Reston, VA 20190 703-627-0616

I FULLY support the planned mixed-use development that will include a Casino somewhere in this great county, and believe Tysons is the perfect location. Besides the clear and obvious benefits that the additional tax revenue and job creation would bring, this is a chance for Fairfax County to break through what has historically been a sad, broken mold - namely that casinos are only for areas that are poor/struggling. Ask yourself, why is that and what does that proliferate!? The answer is creating the multitude of potential problems cited by all the shortsided NIMBYs in this thread. A casino that anchors an entertainment district that is built in a Metro-accessible, safe, economically thriving community would truly be the first of its kind - and if surrounded by first class hotels, restaurants, concert venues, and residential options, the casino would simply be just one of the many amenities that will comrpise what will immediately become a must-visit destination that individuals all over the DMV with expendable income will come in droves to enjoy. Gambling is not a scourge on our society, just check your friend or signifcant other's phone and look at the many "vices" they manage to live with/through. It's time for us to grow up, take the blinders off, and do what is best for our county and its future financial needs. VOTE YES TO THE TYSONS CASINO ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

I am absolutely opposed to this bill to bring a casino to Tysons corner or anywhere else in Fairfax County.

VOTE NO to Fairfax Casino

No to Fairfax casino

Vote NO on Bill 756. Having a casino crammed down the throats of voters who are strongly against it by corrupt Richmond politicians means it is time for Fairfax voters to get rid of the Democrats and vote in true representatives of Fairfax citizens. You are forewarned.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Resident of Vienna/Tysons since 2003. We have too much traffic already. This is one of the best family towns in the DC area. A Casino is the opposite of the type of amenities this great community needs. VOTE NO!

DO NOT VOTE YES FOR THIS. No residents here want this Just because the corrupt guys took money from casinos does not mean residents want this

I do not support a casino in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda, and the public is clearly opposed to it with surveys showing roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino,

I am a Fairfax County resident. We have not asked for a casino. We do not want a casino. Polls have shown that 75% of residents do not want a casino. This bill bypasses Fairfax County's land use authority. It violates local control. In addition, this bill is a break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please vote NO: Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Majority of Fairfax County residents, such as myself, oppose this proposal.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Placing a Casino in McLean/ Fairfax County is extremely bad.

Placing a Casino in McLean/ Fairfax County is extremely bad.

Vote No to this bill! A recent poll shows that 98% of Fairfax residents oppose this bill. The remaining 2%are not from the core Fairfax community. The message is clear: the people who actually live here do not want this. I urge you to listen to the voices of the residents, the families, homeowners, and small business owners who call Fairfax home. This is not just a policy decision for us. It affects our neighborhoods, our safety, our schools, our traffic, and our quality of life. This proposal is unprecedented. It would be the first time a casino bill of this kind has been advanced without genuine local support. It exploits a loophole to bypass the will of the very community it would impact most. That sets a dangerous precedent, not just for Fairfax, but for communities across the Commonwealth. Local decisions should reflect local voices. In this case, those voices are overwhelmingly opposed. We respectfully ask you to stand with Fairfax residents. Close this loophole. Protect community rights.

NO to a Fairfax Casino. I chose to move to Fairfax because of its outstanding schools, strong sense of community, and family-centered values. Like many of my neighbors, I pay high real estate prices and property taxes to be part of this community and to support the excellent education system that makes this place special. This proposed casino bill threatens the very reasons so many of us chose to live and stay here. It does not reflect what our community stands for or what we want for our children’s future. Decisions that will permanently change Fairfax should be guided by the voices of the families who live here—not by outside interests or individuals who do not call this place home. We deserve a say in shaping the future of our community. I do not want a casino in Fairfax. I do not want the potential negative impacts it could bring to our neighborhoods, schools, and children. This is not the vision we have for our future. No Tysons casino. No Fairfax casino.

The vast majority of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino. In a democracy, that must dictate the result.

Gambling is addictive, destroys lives and families and the house always wins. Also this is: 1) Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2) Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3) Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4) A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5)Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6) Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Please no casino in Tysons or anywhere in Fairfax County.

We are completely against this. It is not desired by most Ffx county residents. Our roads are already clogged, and we do not want the increased traffic, or the likely increase in crime. Please NO

As a Fairfax County and Tysons area resident, I do not support this bill. It has: Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generates! Additionally, it does.not account for the additional police and fire support personnel that would come at an additional cost to Fairfax County taxpayers. This is a break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please vote NO on this bill!

A Casino would serve only to provide wealth for the investors, while guaranteeing the wreck of families from financially ruinous gambling addiction which travels down the generations, and is certain to increase rates of alcoholism and crimes in our highly productive and impactful community. Gambling is an addiction and proximity matters. Vulnerable youths and adults will find it easy to participate and become addicted. Many people find themselves in vulnerable states through the course of their lives and thus more prone to addiction. Don't we care about the suffering that this will be sure to cause?? Mental health - addiction help is already severely lacking in Fairfax County and nationally, for that matter. In fact, addiction cure is rare, and no effective treatment even exists. Even if an individual can quit, it is only after terrible hurt to themselves and their families and communities. Think of the damaged lives. Let us not add this terrible scourge to those we already allow and the massive profiting from suffering that we seem blind to (for example the rise in psychosis and suicide from legalization of cannabis which has greatly increased the rate of use and strength of this dangerous, damaging drug). What are we telling our younger generations about morality and responsibility for ourselves and others by gifting a group of aggressive and greedy investors this guarantee of their wealth to the expense of so many others?

VOTE NO! Please vote NO on SB756. I am a local resident and do not want a casino in Tysons. Please keep casinos as destinations away from communities. Furthermore, a casino in Tysons would be: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Opposed to the casino. Tyson’s is an upscale shopping area that does not need the rif raf that a casino lures in. Plus parking is already painful in this area. Va has a surplus of money and a casino is not the way to make more.

We strongly oppose any kind of casino in Northern Virginia. It is unnecessary and will hurt NOVA in the long run. the Majority of people do NOT want this. Pay attend to them

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

hi I oppose the new Casino in Tysons for following reasons Increased Crime Rates: Casinos will lead to higher rates of local crime, including theft, robbery, and money laundering, changing the social fabric of northern virginia Traffic and Infrastructure Strain: A large, new casino would create significant traffic congestion in areas that are already congested. The proximity to important federal office and installations raises fears of exploitation by foreign adversaries.

Please vote against this bill - violates state precedent, is opposed by local leaders and residents, and is based on speculative financial outcomes that have little basis in reality.

I honest to goodness do not understand why this bill on Casinos is even being considered. The residents of Fairfax County do not want this casino. How can the state of VA ignore the desires of its citizens. Maybe some other more needy locals, per current law, might want a casino. I am actually beginning to worry about the expansion of gambling opportunities is beginning to do harm to our population, especially young men. And while I am at it, please start charging the data centers a surcharge for electricity. Beside being the correct thing to do, a good many companies who run the centers are willing to pay. They should also be putting solar panels on their roofs to supplement the needs. regards, mike and Wendy Trott Reston

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This will ruin our quality of life, increase traffic, and provide net negative benefits to NOVA residents.

A casino in Fairfax will destabilize a thriving region. Fairfax residents are overwhelmingly opposed. I have not found a single one in favor.

Dear Legislators, I am writing to request you vote in opposition to a casino in Tysons/Fairfax County. While there are undoubted benefits to a casino, those benefits are diluted to the point of irrelevance for a thriving business district like Fairfax county. The current proposed deal doesn't provide broad based benefits to Fairfax County financially or socially, yet we will bear the majority of the financial and social costs associated with such an endeavor. Furthermore, the statistics presented as a part of the proposed deal do not address the current or future cannibalization of revenues and benefits associated by adding yet another gambling opportunity in an increasingly saturated market. The casino at National arbor was sold to residents based on a business plan with limited competition. Will the benefits that flow from that facility be amended to reflect the added competition from the new Tysons casino? And when you consider the next request for a casino in northern Virginia will the business case for this one be updated to reflect the reduction in benefits we were originally promised? Please consider the significant and broad-based opposition to this effort from the local population. If we cannot have some say over our local land use, then we gut one of the most important functions of local government and by extension our participation in local civics.

I am apposed to casinos in Virginia, specifically in and around Tyson's Corner. Casinos would change the fabric of our community and introduce problems and unintended consequences for us. Congestion, traffic, parking and alcohol related problems are a few of my concerns.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County. My homeowners' association, Shouse Village Communication Association (SVCA) is comprised of 260 homes 2.5 miles from Tyson's Corner, a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. SVCA is a family friendly community with pool, swim team, tennis courts and walking paths. I believe the construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA--such as exacerbated traffic congestion, increased criminal activity such as drunk drivingm and burglaries. Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely. Ryan Hanley 9411 Tuba Court Vienna, VA 22182

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

Please vote NO on SB756. I am a local resident and do not want a casino in Tysons. Please keep casinos as destinations away from communities. Furthermore, a casino in Tysons would be: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Can we please be heard: the residents of Fairfax County DO NOT WANT A CASINO. That this issue still exists is blatant corruption, something I know our fine legislators don't want to be associated with. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

I strongly oppose building casino in my county.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County. My homeowners' association, Shouse Village Communication Association (SVCA) is comprised of 260 homes 2.5 miles from Tyson's Corner, a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. SVCA is a family friendly community with pool, swim team, tennis courts and walking paths. I believe the construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA--such as exacerbated traffic congestion, increased criminal activity such as drunk drivingm and burglaries. Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely. Laura Hanley 9411 Tuba Court Vienna, VA 22182

NO CASINOS IN TYSOS, VIRGIIIA

I strongly oppose the proposed casino legislation, SB756. This bill threatens to impose severe lasting consequences on our community, consequences that far outweigh any speculative financial benefits, promised by its supporters. I also am displeased that this proposal is not being put as a referendum item for Fairfax County voters, who will bear the burden, cost and negative consequences of such an establishment in our midst. Fairfax County is already overcrowded. Our roads are congested and our public infrastructure is stretched thin. I have lived in Fairfax County since 1994 and have witnessed increasing demands on our infrastructure. Adding a major casino destination to one of the most densely populated regions in Virginia will only intensify these pressures. Increased traffic and people congestion are likely guaranteed outcomes. A casino is not a quiet, low impact development. It is a high volume, high turnover enterprise that operates around the clock. The results will be gridlock on already burdened roads, longer commute, and a diminished quality of life for residences, who already suffer from of high taxes in this region. Our infrastructure simply cannot absorb the strain. Utilities, public services and transportation systems are already costly for Fairfax County taxpayers to maintain. Public safety is another serious concern. Casinos are often associated with increased crime rates, including that of fraud and other offenses linked to gambling addiction and high cash environments. The presence of a casino brings additional policing demands. Our police officers and firefighters are already stretched responding to one of the largest the most complex jurisdiction in the Commonwealth. Adding a 24/7 entertainment venue that attracts large crowds will require expanded patrols, traffic enforcement, emergency medical response and fire services. This means higher public safety, expenditures and greater strain on our existing first responders. The social cost of gambling cannot be ignored. Problem gambling leads to financial instability, family stress, and increased demands for social services. Foxx County has built its reputation on strong neighborhoods, top-tier schools, and thriving local businesses. A casino in our midst, especially in a thriving area such as the Tyson’s corner area, changes the character of our community. It prioritizes short-term revenue over long-term stability and livability. SB756 is not a responsible growth strategy. It is a high risk gamble with our infrastructure, our safety and our quality of life. As a long time Fairfax County resident, I also am displeased that individuals outside of our County are imposing their will on us. As such, I pose that SB756 must be rejected.

I strongly oppose SB 756 and do not want a Casino in Fairfax County.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote no on this bill. Our family joins the overwhelming majority of residents of Fairfax county who did not ask for a casino to be built in our county and oppose locating a casino in our county, particularly in the Tysons Corner area. You were elected to represent the county residents. Please do that and vote no.

I urge you to oppose the movement to put a casino in Tysons Corner/Fairfax County. The casino will do nothing to enhance quality of life in Northern Virginia, and for those who have to live in the vicinity of a casino, which we did not request and an overwhelming majority of us do not want, we will bear the brunt of the negative outcomes that come with casinos. Following are several reasons why putting a casino in Tysons/Fairfax would not just be a poor idea, it would be wrong and going directly against what residents want: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please consider these facts when deciding how to vote on this issue. Please represent what the people of this area want. Thank you for your time. Respectfully, Mr. Holtaway

I strongly oppose SB 756 and do not want a Casino in Fairfax County.

I strongly oppose a casino in Tysons or anywhere else in Fairfax county. The downsides of a casino far outweigh any benefits to our area. They would include: increased crime, increased traffic, overuse of infrastructure, increased demand on police and fire services, overcrowding, increased demand of utilities, degrading of the social environment, and a decrease in property value.

I am adamantly opposed to the passage of this bill. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda, and passage of this bill would be in direct disregard of Fairfax County’s elected leadership . Surveys show that 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across both demographic and political lines. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits, auch as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes. That would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. In return for this fantasy economic “benefit” Fairfax County will have increased crime rates, a decrease in property values and increased traffic congestion. Tysons Corner Center and Tysons Galleria already generate heavy local traffic, and a casino will make it worse. The only real beneficiaries of a casino in Fairfax County would be the politicians who receive campaign donations from the casino industry.

We are vehemently against the building of a Casino in Fairfax County, along with the wide majority of the people in Fairfax County. We do not need the jobs it purportedly will create and the traffic in the area is already obscene. All of the representatives from Northern Virginia, whom speak for us, are AGAINST this bill. Build it in your own county! We already contribute enough to the state from our taxes.

As a resident of Fairfax county, I strongly oppose this bill. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Property values will decline, the tight knit fabric of the a thriving community will diminish and the economic progress made in Fairfax County will slow. Do not pass this bill.

Please vote no on this bill. The overwhelming majority of Fairfax county residents are opposed to a casino. You were elected to represent the county residents. Vote no. (Or vote to locate the casino in Surovell’s district).

As a taxpayer and resident of Fairfax County, I am adamantly opposed to SB756 for the reason that it is: A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Furthermore, it increases the burden of our law enforcement and other resources, including litigation infrastructure, that will be necessary to address gambling addictions. Respectfully, Raquel Cantu

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.”

I am opposed to the casino in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

We do not want a Casino in the Fairfax county and especially in the Tysons area. We believe that this would further cause congestion and increase the crime rate and make this place unsafe to live with families.

I am writing to express my objection to SB 756. I am a resident of Shouse Village in Vienna, 2.5 miles down Rt. 7 from the proposed Tysons casino. I have lived around Tysons since the early 80s - and the change in the area has been generally positive with Metro, more multi-family housing, and improved retail and office space. Adding a casino in Tysons (or anywhere in Fairfax County) would significantly diminish the reputation of the area, increase crime, and put our residents at risk of financial troubles. Some of the great progress in Tysons would be reversed. Certainly our state legislators and Fairfax county supervisors can find other ways to raise revenue without introducing sleaze in our community. Would you vote to transform the abandoned Sheraton Tysons across the street into a county-owned brothel? No, you wouldn't. The casino project would have the same image and community impact - so you should vote against this bill.

The casino is not wanted in McLean and surrounding area. We have been living in this county over 45 years and in this McLean neighborhood for over 22 and we oppose the casino. It will increase crime, theft, traffic and drug activity in neighborhoods as this will spill out into neighborhoods that are practically next door. It will also add additional risk of human trafficking for women and minors and should be avoided at all cost. It is also a direct assault on a Prosperous economic powerhouse that does not need anything that the casino can provide. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

I want to voice my opposition to the addition of a casino in Tysons specifically, and anywhere in Fairfax County. I grew up in Mclean, went to McLean High School and lived at the Rotonda condominiums and I am a 30-year resident of the Town of Vienna. If a casino is allowed in Tysons it would invite more crime - period. Please listen to the residents of the Fairfax County community - they oppose it! My neighbors and friends who have lived in this community for years all oppose it. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Also, the bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Please do not allow a casino to destroy our Tysons/Vienna community which has already been compromised by the addition of the silver line.

Tyson’s is not the place for a casino. It will drive out office tenancy and depress values for all types of real estate in the area. The net revenue impact to the County will be negligible with all manner of negative externalities. Turn down Chris Clemente’s influence money. Vote no. Please.

As a McLean resident, I write in strong opposition to SB 756, which would authorize casino gaming in Fairfax County. The fiscal case for this casino is built on a mirage. Proponents cite $140 million in projected annual revenue and thousands of jobs. These figures deserve scrutiny. The MGM National Harbor — the very “crown jewel” invoked by the bill’s sponsor — has demonstrably cannibalized revenues from surrounding Maryland counties, reduced lottery revenues, and imposed significant social costs that offset gross gaming receipts. Virginia would be competing with an already-saturated regional market. The net fiscal benefit to Fairfax County taxpayers is likely marginal at best, negative at worst, once social and other costs are fully accounted for. The governance process has been deeply flawed. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, the elected body directly accountable to county residents, in opposition and did not request this authority. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax residents surveyed opposed the casino. The General Assembly is now proposing to override local democratic judgment for the benefit of a single private developer. Fairfax County’s competitive advantage is its talent, its schools, and its quality of life — not its willingness to host gambling establishments. Northern Virginia has attracted billions in technology investment precisely because it offers a high-skilled workforce, excellent public institutions, and a community that prioritizes long-term human capital over short-term revenue schemes. A casino district along the Silver Line risks degrading the very attributes that make this region economically competitive. The legislature should let this bill die — as it has, correctly, for four consecutive years. I respectfully urge you to reject SB 756

I am very much against any casinos in Virginia. I have seen first hand what they have done to my home state of Montana. The buildings are ugly and let's face it the business is ugly. Depending on peoples' gambling addictions to earn money for the state is really going low. Gambling addictions have ruined so many lives and families. Why would our state want to be part of getting people hooked on gambling. Please find another acceptable way to earn money.

Do not add a casino in Tyson’s. Keep Tyson’s family friendly, it’s needed for all the towns in the area and northern Virginia is for families.

We do not need or want a casino in Fairfax County or the greater Washington DC area. The potential for organized crime and criminal activity is far too great. Also this area has thousands of citizens living near or below the poverty line. Many of these people may see a casino as a chance to make money, helping them to meet their financial obligations. Unfortunately, in order to survive financially casinos must stack the odds against people in order to survive. Some of them may be lucky but more of them will lose. This is not the way to address the plight of these people. I oppose this bill.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Fairfax County does not need this and will only cause problems to solve, taking money away from other needs.

Dear Representatives, It is beyond belief that there can be such utter disregard for the will of the people in the push to locate a casino where it is unwanted and unneeded. Short of an apparent corruption of some public officials, there can be no reason to force a casino where one is not welcomed. For these and other reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Any senator or delegate in favor of placing a casino in Virginia, should be at the front of the line lobbying to have it in their own jurisdiction. It is bad enough what is happening in Washington DC, we don’t need the will of the people undermined here. Sincerely, Joe Paulini

Vote NO on SB756 for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

The State of Virginia House of Delegates is bypassing the citizens of Fairfax and shoving this bill through that no one wants. If it is so great, put it in your backyard. When crime rate rise, school attendance declines, and your home values go down, you can think twice about what you've created and be proud that you only hurt your own community. Vote No. A casino is not wanted anywhere in Fairfax County: 1. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 2. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 3. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 4. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

No FFCasino! Please vote No! Public opposition Disregard for elected leadership Violation of local control

I vote NO to the tysons casino.

I urge you to vote NO on SB 756. I am a Fairfax County resident, and yes—if protecting my community makes me a “NIMBY,” then I accept that label. But dismissing broad opposition as NIMBYism avoids the real policy concerns at stake. Fairfax County has embraced growth for decades. Tysons is proof: Metro expansion, density, mixed-use redevelopment, and long-term transformation into a thriving economic hub. What we have not supported is inserting a state-authorized casino into a carefully planned ecosystem that is already successful. This opposition is reasoned and substantive: 1. It bypasses local land-use authority. SB 756 authorizes a use that did not originate from Fairfax County’s comprehensive planning process and was not requested by local elected leadership. Major land-use decisions should be driven locally, not imposed from Richmond. 2. County leadership has expressed opposition. The Board of Supervisors—the officials closest to the community—has made clear this is not aligned with county priorities. 3. Fairfax is not an economically distressed locality. Virginia’s casino framework was designed to help struggling cities. Fairfax generates roughly 20% of the Commonwealth’s General Fund revenue and maintains one of the strongest tax bases in Virginia. We are not a city in need of gambling-based revitalization. 4. Economic claims are speculative. Promises of dramatic tax relief and extraordinary revenue lack realistic grounding. Casinos do not create new wealth; they largely shift discretionary spending and bring measurable social and infrastructure costs. 5. Community impacts are real. A casino is not simply another mixed-use project. It alters traffic patterns, increases public safety demands, strains infrastructure, and changes the long-term identity of an area that has been carefully cultivated around transit, office, retail, and residential balance. 6. The process has shifted repeatedly. The bill’s language has evolved session after session—adjusting safeguards, approval mechanisms, and siting flexibility. That shifting framework does not build trust; it reinforces the perception that the goal is to secure authorization rather than determine whether this aligns with Fairfax County’s long-term vision. Senator Surovell has labeled opposition as NIMBYism, yet he does not live in Tysons. The residents who would absorb the traffic congestion, infrastructure strain, and economic ripple effects do. Those of us who live here, invest here, and raise families here are not anti-growth—we are pro-planning, pro-transparency, and pro-accountability. It is also reasonable to scrutinize the role of private developers who stand to benefit significantly from this authorization. When legislation would dramatically increase the value of specific holdings, transparency and public confidence matter. This is not about resisting change. It is about preserving responsible planning, respecting local governance, and ensuring that major land-use decisions reflect genuine community consensus. For these reasons, I respectfully urge you to vote NO on SB 756.

Dear Sir/Madam: I respectfully request that you NEVER allow a casino in the Tyson’s Corner area. Our traffic already is horrible and this would then be disastrous. Please oppose SB 756. We one day will come to your rescue, as well. This bill/casino would destroy this already over saturated, heavy traffic area. Sincerely, Rose Bates

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am totally against any casino in Fairfax County for, among others, the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please vote NO on SB756 authorizing a casino in Fairfax County. The bill overrides local land use planning. This is despite clear opposition from Fairfax County’s own Board of Supervisors and strong, consistent public opposition in polling. It represents a sharp break from Virginia’s prior casino policy, which focused on economically distressed localities, by instead targeting one of the Commonwealth’s most successful economic and residential centers—risking an existing, diverse tax base for speculative gains. The impact on infrastructure will be devastating.

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

I am against SB756 because: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land-use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities (which Tyson's Corner isn't!!!!; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. If you believe a casino is such a great idea, may I respectfully suggest you do it in the area of your constituents?

OUR ASSOCIATION OF HOMEOWNERS ASSESSES THAT A CASINO WILL NEGATIVELY AFFECT THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND THE VALUES OF OUR PROPERTY OF OUR DEVELOPMENT OF 225 HOMES THAT ARE "UP THE STREET' AND WITHIN A MILE OF THE PROPOSED CASINO.

I am vehemently opposed to building a casino in Fairfax County. In addition to not having the transportation infrastructure to support such an enterprise, the bill: Violates local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregards elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Has strong public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Contains unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote no on SB 756! It is a violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority. It was not requested by local officials or residents, and it contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Further, it is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The county does not need the greed and self-centered industry of gambling. We need to protect community and the environment and not prostitute our county for a very narrow sector of people to make more money. This feels like the reasons why the American Revolution was undertaken. Casino proponents (and the mega developers) are power lords who do not give a damn about everyday people or the environment.

I’m a McLean resident and mother of two young daughters. My husband and I moved our family from DC to your district a few years ago to have a quieter, more residential and safer environment for our young children. I strongly oppose a casino in Tysons and believe I represent the overwhelming point of the view of the community.  In addition to violating local control, disregard for elected leadership and clear public opposition, it will strongly deter other families like mine seeking to relocate here. That will have long-term consequences on the reputation and economic strength of the community, and reflect poorly on our elected officials. I urge you to vote against this bill and encourage your colleagues to do the same. Thank you. 

Please vote NO on SB756 authorizing a casino in Fairfax County. The bill overrides Fairfax’s established land‑use planning and comprehensive plan. This is despite clear opposition from the County’s own Board of Supervisors and strong, consistent public opposition in polling. It represents a sharp break from Virginia’s prior casino policy, which focused on economically distressed localities, by instead targeting one of the Commonwealth’s most successful economic and residential centers—risking an existing, diverse tax base for speculative gains.

I’m sorry. I don’t know anyone who asks where a casino is located and then chooses to buy a house near it. Or want their children to attend school near a casino. I have seen firsthand how casinos destroy neighborhoods and ruin economies. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. McLean, Tyson‘s, Vienna, Reston, Falls Church, Great Falls have one of the highest incomes in Fairfax County and Virginia. WHY would you jeopardize the taxpayers as well as the businesses who live and work here? As a resident of Fairfax County, I don’t want to live near a casino. AND I have the money and the means to move if a casino is built. So do all the businesses bringing in the large revenues. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Unions can be hired/contracted to build other buildings in Tyson’s corner. Unions can be hired to build hotels and convention centers. They are not only limited to casinos. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Remember. We vote here in Fairfax County and Northern Virginia. We come out in droves. We will remember who voted “yes” at the next election if a casino is approved for Tyson‘s and/or Fairfax County.

I strongly request that you vote no on this bill. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Municipality after municipality are fooled by rosy predictions of new revenue only to find, after they approve and have their casino, that property values fall, need for police and other social services skyrocket, and new huge holes appear in our budget. Revenues rarely meet the promised value and the tax payer incurred costs for more police significantly exceed amounts. Please vote no on this bill. Frank Paterra

I am writing you today as a deeply concerned resident of Northern Virginia to express my strong opposition to SB 756 and any future legislation aimed at authorizing a casino in Tyson’s or anywhere within Fairfax County. As the General Assembly considers the 2026 session, I urge you to prioritize the long-term health and safety of our community over the short-term speculative tax revenues promised by casino developers. Northern Virginia is a region defined by its world-class workforce , family oriented neighborhoods, and high-tech innovation. A predatory gambling industry is fundamentally incompatible with the vision we have for our home and community. The proposed “entertainment district” comes with social costs that outweigh its perceived economic benefits: -Gambling addiction and family devastation: Research indicates that roughly 3-4% of the population struggles with gambling-related problems. For every person with gambling addiction, at least seven other people are directly impacted. Studies from the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy show that children of problem gamblers are at significantly higher risk for depression, conduct issues, and developing addictions themselves. -Increased crime and public safety risk: according to a 20-year study by economists at MIT and the University of Georgia, counties with casinos see a persistent 10% annual increase in crime rates after the “honeymoon period” ends. This includes increases in aggravated assault, robbery, and larceny. Furthermore, the American Gaming Association acknowledges that casinos are often targets for human trafficking and money laundering. -Erosion of property values- Evidence from the National Association of Realtors suggests that casinos often act as an “attractive nuisance,” potentially lowering residential home values by 4% to 10% in surrounding areas due to increased traffic, noise, and crime. My family has first hand experience from the negative exposure to gambling. 1) my grandparents lost their home due to a gambling addiction in proximity to the Charleston, WV race tracks, and 2) my grandfather was tragically killed by drunk drivers who were leaving the racetrack, while he was heading to work. The drunk drivers hit his car head on killing him instantly at age 56. The effects of the racetrack forever altered my mother and grandmother’s lives and livelihood. I do not want this in my backyard, as I live approximately 4 miles from Tysons. I’ve been a proud Virginian for more than 30 years,.This would force me to move my family out of the area as we strongly oppose gambling and casinos in our community. Please vote NO on SB 756 and any other measures that seeks to bring a casino to Fairfax County. Sincerely, Maggie G Carter

I strongly oppose the SB756. I do not want the degradation in the quality of life that will come to the area as result of a large gambling facility. Fairfax is one of the richest counties in the country. It does not need casino revenue. Yes, my property taxes are too high, but in this case the cure is worse than the disease.

Everyone I speak to in Fairfax says our property taxes are too high. Casino revenues should provide increasing offset for property tax cuts. VOTE YES FOR CASINOS IN FAIRFAX, SPECIFICALLY TYSONS AND METRO ACCESSIBLE!

Vote NO on SB756. As a 20 year resident, I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County. The Board of Supervisors has stated that they have not requested this authority and 75% of Fairfax residents are against it. Additionally, the amendments made to the bill during consideration Appropriations are not reflective of what was added by General Laws including local magisterial district approval. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please vote "No" against SB756 sponsored by Senator Surovell to force an unwanted casino here in Fairfax County. This is the 3rd year that Senator Surovell and his allies in the General Assembly proposed a casino in Fairfax County. First in Reston and then in Tysons which failed due to overwhelming local opposition. Not one of our Fairfax County Board of Supervisors ever asked for or supported any of the casino bills proposed in the Virginia General Assembly during the past 3 legislative sessions. It would only saddle taxpayers like me with the costs of recruiting, training, and hiring 60 additional police officers and an expensive new police helicopter dedicated to patrolling the proposed casino and its parking lot. Additional expenses would include hiring professional helicopter pilots and all the cars and ongoing maintenance to support our new police officers. A casino would attract street prostitution and require Fairfax County to expand its already overcrowded court system to cope with the rise in court cases. Fairfax County would again bear all of the expenses and social problems while the profits, if any, go to the state government.

I live at the Rotonda, in the direct path of the proposed casino development site.  While I have no objection to development in our neighborhood, even of an entertainment center, I am absolutely, completely opposed to a casino.  So PLEASE consider all of us constituents who will live next door to this mini-Vegas with its flashing lights and noise 24/7.  VOTE NO!!! Deborah Morrissey 8340 Greensboro Drive, #1012 McLean, VA 22102 damorrissey@hotmail.com

Please do not put a casino in Fairfax County. I am a property owner and work in Fairfax county. This is terrible. We do not need more traffic or crimes. Please VOTE NO!

Please OPPOSE the proposed casino in Tysons (Fairfax)! An overwhelming majority of residents and local representatives have spoken out about their opposition and I’m beside myself that the bill has gotten this far. Yes this is my backyard, and maybe that makes me an “NIMBY”, however I think I have a right to not want a casino in my neighborhood that neither my neighbors or I asked for. Don’t we all have the right to not have things forced in to our communities that we don’t want? I hope you agree. Following our several reasons to vote against this casino bill: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Hoping beyond hope that the voice of the people will make a difference. Respectfully, Tara Holtaway

I am strongly against a casino in Fairfax County. We do not need the problems that come along with the tax revenue.

Vote no on SB756. Not in our best interest in Fairfax!

Please vote NO on this bill. I strongly oppose the development of casinos in Fairfax County. This has already been voted down by our elected Board of Supervisors and a strong majority of Fairfax County residents oppose it. I live in Vienna and will be directly impacted by the crime, traffic, and other issues a casino will bring. We are the people who live here and we don’t want it, as we've said numerous times. Please vote NO on this bill.

I urge the bill be voted down. It is a violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Not clear the costs incurred by the county will ever be recovered and transfer a lot of costs to infrastructure and social costs to the county. Make the casino pay all costs for new infrastructure and annual fund the additional social damage caused by gambling establishments.

I oppose this bill. It is inconsistent with Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. It will not advance the kind of economic development we want in the county. And it is strongly opposed by vast majority of Fairfax County residents. This bill is being advanced by moneyed interests for their benefit even though it is widely opposed by county residents.

I’m writing to register my strong opposition to the development of casinos in Fairfax County. It’s already been voted down by our elected Board of Supervisors and a strong majority of Fairfax County residents oppose it. Why isn’t that enough to table this bill and stop trying to force it through? We are the people who live here and we don’t want it. Please vote no on this bill.

I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed casino in Fairfax. I urge you to reject this project because it poses serious social and economic risks to our community, while any promised benefits remain speculative and unproven. First, there is no clear, independent evidence that a casino in Fairfax would deliver net financial benefits to local residents. Proponents often talk about jobs, tax revenue, and “economic development,” but they do not provide transparent, long‑term data showing that these gains outweigh the costs in similar communities. Frequently, projected revenues are based on optimistic models rather than documented results, and they rarely account for the increased burden on public services, law enforcement, infrastructure, and social support systems. Without rigorous, community‑specific analysis and independent verification, these promises should not be accepted as fact. Second, casinos are well known to bring significant social harms that are borne by local families. Problem gambling, increased debt, mental‑health strain, and family instability are documented consequences of expanding gambling access. These harms do not fall evenly; they disproportionately affect vulnerable and lower‑income residents, who can least afford financial losses. When people lose savings, fall behind on rent or mortgages, or accrue high‑interest debt, the costs show up in increased demand for public assistance, charitable support, and community services. That is not sustainable “economic development”; it is the shifting of private profit onto public and family hardship.

Vote NO on SB756 I am writing to express my strong opposition to placing a casino in Tysons or anywhere in Fairfax County. Our county is already facing significant infrastructure challenges, including severe congestion, strained transportation systems, and ongoing development pressures. Adding a casino and a large entertainment/hotel complex would only worsen these issues. State elected representatives are circumventing local control and transparent democratic processes to advance an initiative that does not reflect the will or best interests of Fairfax County constituents. It is especially concerning that legislators from other districts are pushing this bill despite the strong opposition from our elected officials, delegates, and county residents. Virginia needs a comprehensive, forward looking plan for meaningful job creation—one that builds sustainable, high quality employment opportunities, not more low wage service jobs. Richmond should be focusing on far more urgent issues like rising energy costs and the environmental impact of unchecked data center expansion. Gambling is not a smart long term economic strategy for our state, and it is certainly not the right direction for Fairfax County. I urge you to oppose any legislation that would authorize a casino here and to prioritize policies that genuinely strengthen our communities.

The proposed casino legislation raises significant concerns about crime, safety, and traffic in Fairfax County. By bypassing local land use authority and disregarding the opposition of both elected officials and the public, the bill threatens to undermine the county’s established governance and community priorities. I fear that introducing a casino could destabilize one of Virginia’s most prosperous and well-managed regions, potentially leading to increased crime rates and public safety challenges commonly associated with gambling establishments. Additionally, the influx of visitors and related development could exacerbate traffic congestion in an area already known for its busy roads, further impacting the quality of life for residents. Despite promises of economic benefits, the community remains skeptical, viewing the proposal as a direct threat to the safety, stability, and orderly growth of Fairfax County.

Opposed to any casinos in Virginia. More traffic, more crime, less safety. Fairfax County has clearly stated no desire, yet the state keeps pushing this on us. No.

I firmly am against a casino for the reasons as captured below: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Lastly, on an ethical issue, I believe that the Bible states God is against gambling, and I have also seen many Marines (I served for 32 years in uniform) destroyed amd their families affected by gambling. Additionally, gambling brings with it opportunities for people to make bad decisions (e.g., sex trafficking, drinking and drugs) that would not have been available if not for the existence of gambling institutions! Sincerely, MIke Boyd Colonel USMC (Retired), 34 year resident of Vienna, VA

I strongly oppose SB756 or the casino in our area.

As a resident of Fairfax County and a concerned neighbor of the proposed site for a Casino I emphatically suggest that this bill NOT be passed through legislation!!!! This is insane that you want to profit at the detriment of the Countie's ability to guard itself from potential illegal activities that are often attracted to the CASINO element! Every year we’ve had to fight this proposed bill that keeps coming back! NO MORE! END THIS NOW! Tyson’s and Fairfax should not be a source of negative entertainment near public schools, near family neighborhoods, near everything that that we as local homeowners hold dear within our environment!

I strongly oppose this bill

I strongly oppose a casino in my neighborhood.

Dear Delegates: I am vehemently opposed to this bill, for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thanks very much. Please vote NO on this bill! Robert H. Moll

I am voting NO to Tysons casino. I live in Tyson’s corner and do NOT want a casino where we live.

Please do not allow a casino in Tysons corner or anywhere in Fairfax County. While some lawmakers may see a casino as an easy way to increase revenues, the costs need to be considered. Casinos are a tax on people who are bad at math. Casinos make money from the people who can least afford to lose it. Casinos attract crime and should not be tolerated anywhere in Fairfax. Tysons is the crown jewel of Fairfax County and should not be sullied by a casino.

I am horrified to learn of Democratic support for a casino in Fairfax county. County residents have made clear that we do not support a casino, and residents of the targeted areas (Reston and Tysons) have been even more vocal in their opposition. Bowing to the interests of the Comstock company is an embarrassment to the democratic values I have voted for in every election since I was 18 years old. I’m horrified to see democrats supporting this as a means of “job creation” rather than improving Fairfax county schools, teacher pay/retention, and re-establishing our position as one of the best public school systems in the nation. Give this money to our school systems, rather than private developers who undermine the values of our communities. I loudly and vehemently oppose a casino in Fairfax county, and you should too.

This bill attempts to ram through something that residents of the county and our local government have already overwhelmingly rejected. Put your blasted casino somewhere else or give it up altogether. Voters in the populous NOVA region will remember how you handle this issue!

What is the point of polling constituents if you are just going to ignore them? We have enough drama and disregard for rules and norms at the national level. We do NOT need or WANT it at the state/local level. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am horrified to learn of Democratic support for a casino in Fairfax county. County residents have made clear that we do not support a casino, and residents of the targeted areas (Reston and Tysons) have been even more vocal in their opposition. Bowing to the interests of the Comstock company is an embarrassment to the democratic values I have voted for in every election since I was 18 years old. I’m horrified to see democrats supporting this as a means of “job creation” rather than improving Fairfax county schools, teacher pay/retention, and re-establishing our position as one of the best public school systems in the nation. Give this money to our school systems, rather than private developers who undermine the values of our communities. I loudly and vehemently oppose a casino in Fairfax county, and you should too.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Fairfax County / Tysons do not need a casino to increase revenue! There are retails, property taxes incomes and other business revenue. Building a casino will only drive money out from the area especially property / house prices and potentially drive lower income businesses in.... Look at National Harbour, they might have money with casino but their surrounding areas has minimal traffic: empty space in tangler outlets, empty space in national harbour, property price no increasing for years.... I do not support building Casino in Fairfax / Tysons area. Regards/Yvonne

No casino in Fairfax Co.

Our Homeowner's Association (Tysons HOA) is in the heart of Tysons Corner, VA. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please vote NO on SB756, to be aligned with public opposition to a casino in Fairfax County. Sincerely, Bernice Porrazzo, Tysons Trace HOA President 1924 Tysons Trace Drive Vienna, VA 22182 703-946-0822

Our Homeowner's Association (Tysons HOA) is in the heart of Tysons Corner, VA. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please vote NO on SB756, to be aligned with public opposition to a casino in Fairfax County.

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. I would ask that you vote NO

Please do not build a casino in Fairfax County. Thank you.

Please vote "no" on this bill. Developers are trying to foist this upon a thriving part of Virginia. It is unneeded and unwanted in our area. Please respect our leadership's stand against this bill and stop trying to kill the golden goose that is Northern Virginia. Thank you.

Please stop this utter nonsense in pushing casinos in anywhere in Virginia. Gambling is and was illegal for very good reasons. You bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. It disregards elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Th Public opposes it. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. This is a break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

To Whom It May Concern: I live in the Town of Vienna, Virginia and grew up here all my life and I work in Tysons. I steadfastly oppose a casino in Fairfax County. When our Virginia government is run well with capable fiscal stewardship, we have proven that we can run at a surplus as seen in 2025 and 2022. So, why does anyone think that we need a casino for more money? The kind of crowds that would be attracted by a casino are not what Fairfax County needs. Casinos are a strategy used by municipalities and states that desperately need money. Fairfax County and our fine Commonwealth are not desperately seeking money. Please listen to the majority of your citizens who polls say oppose a casino. Thanks, Joe Bullis

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote NO on SB756. I strongly oppose the proposal for a casino anywhere in Fairfax County.

On behalf of my family, we strongly oppose and indeed resent, having a casino foisted upon our community. We believe encouraging gambling is not what the state government should be doing, either here in Fairfax County or anywhere in the Commonwealth. Fairfax County is strongly against this bill.

As a long time Fairfax residence I strongly disagree with building a casino in Fairfax county especially the Tyson’s corner area. This is a family oriented area with good schools and a casino will bring unwanted traffic and activities that will only harm the growth of families. No to casino

Our home is located in the area of Tysons Corner/ Vienna VA in a nice family oriented neighborhood. Bringing a casino in my backyard would be a disaster! Studies show that casinos bring issues of addiction, drugs, drinking and other behaviors that are not conducive to a family friendly neighborhood. In addition consider the following: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please vote against a casino is Fairfax County!! Fairfax County can't even take charge of gas stations having slot machines! MGM is a short ride away. Gambling is a health problem to those addicted, similar to alcohol. Casinos cause traffic and crime, we have enough of both in NOVA and that is not being handled at all.

Fairfax county residents don't want a casino built in our County. It would bring a bad element to our community, cause exodus of businesses that are important to our tax base and cost more to support than the revenue it would bring in. Leave land management to the local government and residents and vote no on this disastrous bill.

Over 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino in Fairfax County. And yet, someone that is supposed to represent us continues to bring this proposal up as though it was the will of the people? This is corrupt. We do not want a casino in Fairfax County. And a little louder for the person who keeps trying to force this measure through: Over 75% of Fairfax County residents are telling you to stop with this casino nonsense. No casino. Full stop.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County's established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county's comprehensive plan. In addition the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Finally the Bill singles out one of Virginia's most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Please vote NO on the Fairfax Casino Bill. We do not need a casino. I am opposed to it.

Dear Delegates, In light of SB756, which proposes a casino in Tysons Corner, I am questioning the purported benefits outlined in the bill. Fairfax County is well-known for its high-tech industry, excellent education, and pleasant residential living circumstances. To enrich the county’s revenues, I believe you have both the obligation and the capability to boost investment in the area in other ways. This contains inviting enterprises to establish themselves in Virginia, including Fairfax County. Such initiatives will generate corresponding jobs in the long term. Gambling, similar to substance addiction, poses significant risks to the social fabric of the country. It can attract criminal activity, undermine family stability, and negatively affect residents’ quality of life. Casinos are often associated with increased crime rates. I am concerned that the introduction of a casino may lead to a greater need for gambling addiction treatment services. I urge you not to be unduly influenced by developers' financial interests, such as those of Comstock. Our community wants to prevent the negative effects associated with casino-related crimes. Please vote against this bill to safeguard the well-being of both current and future generations. Sincerely, Kengshih Cheng 1276 Lamplighter Way, Reston, Virginia 20194 H: 703-318-0933

I oppose the casino. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I do NOT wish to have a Casino built in our community. No Casino!

I strongly oppose this bill. A casino is not wanted anywhere in Fairfax County: 1. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 2. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 3. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 4. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am 100% opposed to any casino in Fairfax County. The state legislature has no right to unilaterally bypass the Fairfax County board of supervisors and impose, reckless, legislation and construction of a casino in Fairfax County. It violates the counties land use regulations and was never sought by the residence of Fairfax County.

The fact that they have stripped the most critical parts of this bill and are AGAIN pushing it through so quickly as to provide little time for those against it to protest it, should be a red flag that the bill is BAD for those who have opposed it. Please do not allow a casino into the Tysons or Fairfax County area. There are many reasons that it is a bad concept: increased traffic in an already overly clogged traffic scenario; decreased property values; you are encouraging and making easily available a highly addictive behavior; the funds from it will be provided to the STATE, not this community. PLEASE do not allow this bill to pass! The majority of the residents who bill MOST DIRECTLY AFFECTED DO NOT WANT A CASINO.

VOTE NO!!! Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please vote no. I live close to Fairfax County and do not want a casino. Thank you.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I am firmly opposed to a casino in Fairfax County! Rationale below: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I am vehemently opposed to a casino/entertainment complex for Fairfax County. It will bring unwanted crime and traffic and will not benefit the residents of the county. Please do not pass this legislation.

Voting No on Casino bill.

VOTE NO on SB756 Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Margaret Kerfoot 8414 Black Stallion Place Vienna, VA 22182

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. I do not want a casino in Fairfax County!

VOTE NO ON A FAIRFAX CASINO. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. It is a blatant disregard for elected leadership. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition is unified against a Fairfax Casino. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled also oppose a casino.

I strongly oppose. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I oppose casino development in Fairfax County. Please vote no on SB756.

I do not approve of SB756. I think it will lower the home values and increase the crime in our area.

This bill makes me furious! It is so crystal clear that the voters do not want this, but is being pushed through solely due to the need of greedy and likely corrupt politicians. Do you want to destroy all public confidence in the political system? Then this is the way to do it - to plop a casino down in the middle of a thriving communtiy that does not want it. In addition, this bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

We don’t want a casino in this area. Put it in the counties of the legislators that are promoting it. Not here.

To whom it may concern: I am a homeowner in Fairfax County and oppose the Fairfax Casino bill for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please don’t vote in favor of the casino. Please care about the people who live and work in Fairfax County. We do not want this casino. Sincerely, Sarah Christina Dixon Reston, Virginia

This is absurd and completely ignores what the local community wants. First, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed the casino legislation. Second, approximately 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, We are the ones who have to deal with the traffic and numerous downsides to a casino, just so someone else can benefit financially. We strongly oppose this bill.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. We don’t want it!

No Casino in Fairfax County not now, not ever!

I strong oppose this measure. No casinos!!!

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. **We do NOT want a Casino in Fairfax County.

THE PEOPLE OF FAIRFAX COUNTY DO NOT WANT THIS! Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors has stated repeatedly that it does not want the authority and opposes SB 756, including on Friday afternoon, February 27. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose SB 756. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district.

Vote NO on SB756. Local residents do not want it, and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Vote no, and eliminate this bill from future consideration.

Please vote no!!! I am opposed to any casino in the Tysons area. I live within walking distance of the purchased Comstock’s property / proposed location for Tyson’s Casino. There are about 800 public school children who wait for their school buses WITHIN walking distance of the proposed Tysons casino location!!!The Tyson’s area is financially and responsibly growing with the Boro and the attraction of Fortune 500 companies- we don’t need or want any casino to bring in more crime, traffic, low paying jobs, lowering of our home values. Take the casino to whatever jurisdiction wants it - not us!!! New article was released about the Petersburg Casino’s effect on local businesses and the results were quite clear- They were NOT helped in the least- NO increase in foot traffic to the local business because NO ONE left the casino to buy from the local businesses. The people who live in the Tysons corner/ Vienna/ McLean areas, our elected representatives are all very clear about NOT wanting a Casino in Tyson’s. PLEASE LISTEN to US - say NO TO A TYSONS CASINO and not be persuaded by the Surovell who sponsored this bill and has received generous support from COMSTOCK. Thank you and please do the right thing and vote against this unwanted bill.

VOTE NO FOR A CASINO IN FAIRFAX! This Bill is a violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. This Bill represents a disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. This Bill is overwhelmingly opposed by Fairfax County residents: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This Bill is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. As a Fairfax County resident, MY NEIGHBORS AND I DO NOT want a casino in Fairfax County!

Please veto the casino.

There is plenty of money in this area already. The roads cannot take any more traffic congestion. Areas surrounding casinos are very undesirable places to live. Since the only thing that matters to the people making these decisions is money, think about the decrease in the value of your homes because nobody wants to live near a casino.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

It seems clear that most Northern Virginia residents do not want a casino. Many have already given good reasons. Legislators should listen to their constituents and vote NO.

No Casino in Tysons or Fairfax county!

SB756. NO to the casino in Fairfax.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Nobody wants this and Virginia voters should have the opportunity to vote on the decision.

I am absolutely opposed to this bill, which bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The residents, voters, and elected officials from Fairfax County have clearly rejected the casino, and everything that comes with it. How dare you proceed against the will of the people. Joanna H Zimmerman

We do NOT want this casino in Fairfax county. I cannot believe our elected officials can believe all the lies Surovell is saying. Shame on him. The Board of Supervisors oppose this, and we stand with them. We OPPOSE this casino.

Please REJECT SB 756. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you vote AGAINST the bill: Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors has stated repeatedly that it opposes SB 756, including on Friday afternoon, February 27. ** By approving SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, you would be setting a dangerous precedent that could encourage the introduction and passage of legislation targeting your locality that its local leaders oppose. **By approving SB 756, you would be condoning usurping of the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities, including yours, on this and other issues. **Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose SB 756. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. **Fairfax County and Tysons are NOT failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and REJECT SB 756.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, The residents of Fairfax County overwhelmingly do not want a casino. It will cause more crime, traffic, and addiction.

I am asking you to please vote No on SB756. 75 percent of Fairfax County voters oppose SB756 because they do not want a casino in their community. This opposition includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate bill patron's district. Fairfax County's Board of Supervisors clearly stated opposition to this plan in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program. In addition: 1) Casinos are an economic dead-end. Most of the businesses and services envisaged by the Fairfax Comprehensive Plan, besides generating current income, have the side-effect of spawning new ventures as employees foresee the evolution of whatever business they are currently in. This allows the county to stay up-to-date as the technologies it has long specialized in continue to change. Casinos do not generate new businesses (apart, perhaps, from rehab services), they just sit there and depreciate. 2) Casinos are not the economic salvation they promote themselves as. From the New York Times: "Experts and researchers who have studied casinos describe their impact as far from a potent economic jolt. It is more like a reshuffling. The casinos absorb jobs from nearby companies, shift consumer spending away from other establishments and contribute taxes that would otherwise have been paid by other businesses." (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/11/nyregion/nyc-casinos-revenue-taxes.html). Maryland casinos certainly haven't fixed their budget deficit problems. While post-pandemic office tax revenue in Tysons is down, it is not clear this is a long-term trend. And since Tysons redevelopment is still on-going, shifting new buildings from offices into residential/work-from-home space is still possible. That allows the county to continue to attract the higher-income employees who will, on occasion, become creators of the new businesses that will drive future growth in Tysons. 3) Casino revenue will be offset by higher social services costs. Primarily this means the cost of additional demands on the police. But the costs of gambling addiction will also weigh on the county, and can extend into the need for more alcohol and drug rehab; all of which result in money not being spent on more productive things. 4) Casinos impose a reputational blight on an area. The reduction in quality of life caused by a casino casts a long and persistent shadow on the reputation of an area. Once lost it can take years to reverse that impression. For quite some time the phrase "Atlantic City" automatically brings to mind a city in decline due to casinos, not a city where a business would like to be. And once a company crosses you off their relocation list, many others will simply follow suit. 5) In Tysons, casinos carry the additional danger of being a national security threat. This was highlighted in a letter signed by over 100 experts in the intelligence field. (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTop6PWep8mzLzHb3Hzb_7FIuTA4Sok8/view) Voting No on SB756 protects the economic engine that is Fairfax County from heading down this dead-end road. Sincerely, John P. MacVeigh 8708 Thunderbird Ct. Vienna, VA 22182 703-242-8196

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and ask you to vote no on SB756. There are 4 key reasons why you should reject this bill: • The people do not want it. 75 percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose SB756 because they do not want a casino in their community. This opposition includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate bill patron's district. • Fairfax County government opposes it. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors has stated repeatedly that it does not want the authority for a casino and opposes SB756. • It would damage the economy of Fairfax County and the Commonwealth. Tysons Corner and Fairfax County are and will continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors....” Indeed, casino-related job growth is dwarfed by the concern that corporations and businesses near the casino will flee due to employee safety and quality of life concerns - resulting in a loss of tens of thousands of jobs and associated Virginia tax revenue. • It would establish dangerous precedent against local governmental authority in the Commonwealth. In approving SB756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, you would be setting a dangerous precedent that would encourage the introduction and passage of legislation that targets other localities. In addition, by approving SB756, you would be usurping local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Please protect our community and the Commonwealth by voting no on SB756. Sincerely, Antonia Frost 8707 Westwood Drive Vienna, VA 22182 (703) 622-9799

Locals do not want this casino in Fairfax county. You know they don't and you either fail to imagine the consequences of its construction or you don't care. Stop this project.

Shocked to discover that yesterday, Friday, February 27, the House Appropriations committee passed a substitute version of Senate Bill 756 that strips out or significantly weakens many of the provisions added earlier this week by the House General Laws Committee. It is incomprehensible that legislators who are aware of the opposition within Fairfax County could take such a measure. This version of the bill *removes* the requirement that a majority of the magisterial district where the casino would be located vote in favor of the project. Thus, the developers could override the will of the citizens of the Fairfax County district where a casino is to be situated, in particular, the people in the vicinity of Tysons, where a developer has been pushing to build this gambling facility as part of a so-called "entertainment center." Moreover, the updated bill: Removes a more favorable revenue split with Fairfax County, Removes the $150 million licensing fee, Allows the casino to be located anywhere in the county, and Allows a referendum to happen for up to three years from now – meaning the county could confront this issue through 2029. None of this is in the interest of those of us who reside in the vicinity of Tysons. If you are a legislator reading this, VOTE NO on this bill!

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: •It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. •It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. •Financial Claims are Unverified. The financial claims behind this Bill are not verified. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Gloria Thompson

Please vote NO on this Casino bill: It is: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you!

The residents of Fairfax County overwhelmingly do not want a casino. The residents of Tysons corner oppose a casino which will make our traffic nightmare even worse. It will cause more crime. Gambling establishments cause nothing but crime, addiction, and chaos. Please stop this bill now. Let it die. We do not want it.

Given the density we already have in the Tysons area, I think it would be a very bad idea to add a casino. I know of no one in this community who wants that. Please reject this proposal.

I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County and are writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill: • Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors has stated repeatedly that it does not want the authority and opposes SB 756, including on Friday afternoon, February 27. • By approving SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, you would be setting a dangerous precedent that could encourage the introduction and passage of legislation targeting your locality that its local leaders oppose. • By approving SB 756, you would be condoning usurping of the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities, including yours, on this and other issues. • Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose SB 756. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. • Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please vote against this measure.

I oppose casinos in Fairfax County and especially in Tysons. I live very close to the Comstock location for the Tysons casino. It would exacerbate the already bad traffic situation and bring crime. It is totally at odds with the future vision for Tyson’s.

I am writing in opposition of SB756. Most residents of Fairfax County oppose a casino as does the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Tysons and the surrounding area is a prosperous workplace and thriving residential community. A casino will jeopardize this success. We don’t want or need this! Sincerely, Jennifer Miller Vienna, VA

Please vote NO for a Tyson’s Casino, we don’t want it in our neighborhood, and certainly don’t want the crime or traffic it will bring. We should have a voice in this, we are the ones that live in this area and pay LOTS in taxes

We do NOT want a casino in the Tysons area. Don't force this on us. It's as simple as that.

Our neighborhood neither needs or wants a casino in Fairfax. Tysons is particularly disadvantageous to us as it will impact traffic and crime. Over 75% of Fairfax residents have come out against building a Casino yet those in Richmond and the Developers who will not be affected by it are trying to push it through. Please listen to those who live in Fairfax rather than the Developer.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. We didn’t ask for it and we certainly do not want it.

I am writing in firm opposition to the proposed casino legislation affecting Fairfax. The future of our county should be determined by the residents who live, work, and raise families here — not by outside interests seeking to impose a project that would fundamentally alter our community. It is deeply concerning that an outsider would attempt to advance legislation with significant long-term consequences for Fairfax without clear, demonstrated support from the people who call this county home. If this proposal is truly such a positive opportunity, then why was it not pursued in the sponsor’s own county? Fairfax should not be treated as a convenient location for an experiment that brings well-documented risks — including increased traffic, strain on public safety resources, and gambling-related social harms. Our county’s success has been built on strong schools, stable neighborhoods, and thoughtful economic development. A casino does not align with that vision. Major decisions that reshape our community should be driven by local residents and local leadership — not outside political maneuvering. I urge you to stand with Fairfax residents and vote against this bill. Sincerely, Foo McLean, Fairfax County Resident

I am writing as a concerned McLean, Fairfax County resident to strongly oppose the proposed Fairfax casino bill. This legislation, which was initially introduced as the Tysons casino proposal and later expanded and reframed as a broader Fairfax casino bill, is deeply troubling to me and many of my neighbors. Changing the name and expanding the designated area does not change the core issue. A casino in our community would bring increased traffic, crime, gambling addiction, and long-term social and economic consequences that would directly affect our families. Our neighborhoods are where we raise our children, build our lives, and invest our hard-earned money. We did not choose to live next to a casino, and we do not want one built in our backyard. We pay taxes in Fairfax County. We contribute to our schools, public safety, parks, and local services. We have chosen this community because of its safety, stability, and quality of life. It is unacceptable for an elected official from outside our county to propose such a consequential and potentially damaging development without the clear support of the residents who actually live here and will bear the impact. The people of Fairfax County deserve a direct and meaningful voice in decisions that will shape our future. This proposal affects our children’s future, our property values, our local businesses, and the character of our community. Decisions of this magnitude should not be driven by outside interests or short-term revenue promises. I urge you to stop this bill immediately and to respect the will of Fairfax residents. Please stand with the families and taxpayers of Fairfax County and reject the Fairfax casino bill. Sincerely, Goh McLean, Fairfax County Resident

I’m totally ashamed of our elected officials ramrodding this bill quickly to avoid public comment. This Casino will destroy our property values, greatly increase crime, force Intel Community jobs away from Tysons (already started) and increase our local taxes just to line the pockets of certain officials with campaign donations. My community is overwhelmingly against this Casino, this is not what we voted for.

The House of Delegates should vote against SB 756. Passage of this bill will lead to increased traffic, noise and crime, which undoubtedly will reduce property values. Polls and surveys taken of Fairfax County voters demonstrate overwhelming opposition to this effort. I don't understand why any member of the House of Delegates would willingly impose this unpopular measure on a community that clearly does not want or support a casino. Lastly, in checking the campaign contributions to jurisdictional committee leadership and members, it is clear to see that money, not voters, still wields the most impact for our elected officials.

The Virginia House of Delegates should vote NO on this Casino bill. Local residents do not want it. Inevitable increases of traffic, construction, dirt, noise and crime are not welcome. Homeowners who are voters will take notes on how this turns out. Property values will go down and existing neighborhoods will be negatively affected. Who needs another casino when there is one 20 minutes away in National Harbor! It will be interesting to see who has taken campaign contributions from the casino stakeholders.

Urge you to vote NO. Having a casino in Fairfax County and especially if Tysons is selected will drive many Fortune 500 and mid-sized businesses away and the surrounding land values and reputation to fall into oblivion. There are also many schools within walking distances in Tysons if selected and would be a very bad influence even though if security is tight. There are many many ways to bypass this and kids will always find ways. Even though streets are already wide enough - even modernizing the access will create bottlenecks and environmental damage to our already urban areas and neighboring housing suburbs. I-495 and I-66 are already congested, so imagine this being directed into the neighboring local streets where it will worsen the workforce commute in Fairfax where the site of the casino is selected. We do not trust this amended bill for just selecting a site at Fairfax where all indications and from the bill patron own words that it logically will be at Tysons. Fairfax County itself is already very urbanized and it will worsen it beyond capacity.

NO Fairfax Casino!! I’m against it. It will bring crime and harm to my community. Just like what happened to the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill. I DO NOT want my to hometown to turn into another crime area. It is a place I call home for my kids and my family. I move here for the school, for the loving community. Please stop playing word games in legislation to disguise what this project truly represents. A casino is a casino. It brings gambling-related harm, increased public safety concerns, and long-term social costs that far outweigh any promised revenue. Fairfax should not become a second Las Vegas. Las Vegas is built around tourism and gaming — that is not who we are, and it is not who we aspire to be. This is not the right place, and this is not the right time. I strongly urge you to reject any proposal that would bring a casino to Fairfax and to instead protect the safety, integrity, and future of our community. Respectfully, Pearl Foo

Please vote no on SB756 for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

We do NOT want a casino in Fairfax county. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan

No to a casino in Tysons! It’s a Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote NO on the Casino bill! I am very much opposed to this legislation for numerous reasons. Just Vote NO.

Fairfax County has not requested nor do the voters desire a casino. This is a blatant attempt by Comstock to force the issue. Ask the Town of Herndon about Comstock’s honesty

I am extremely opposed to a casino located in Tysons (which this bill seems to target) or anywhere else in Fairfax County. The negatives which include significantly increased traffic congestion and an uptick in crime far outweigh the potential economic benefits which may or may not come to pass. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda and surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please vote against the oppressive legislation.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

Northern Virginia Chamber's NOVA Roadmap calls for the development of a Northern Virginia economy that competes by design, not by default; we must move past our over-reliance on the federal government by investing in high growth industries, increasing affordability, addressing impediments to growth, and rebranding our region. Roadmap also recommends we pursue “bold ideas for new initiatives and facilities that diversify revenue to reduce local reliance on real estate and personal property taxes.” This proposal is that kind of bold idea. Reductions and shifts in federal employment and federal contracts, and shifts in federal funding to states, are putting new pressure on already constrained local budgets and the state budget. While you all work on statewide solutions, we ask that you support local opportunities to provide some measure of revenue diversification, especially those like this proposal that do not require public investment. As you know, the current proposal is a mixed-use development that will include at least $4 billion in private sector investment. A single development that provides these benefits without the need for public investment is an historic opportunity for the region and for Fairfax County, and local residents should be given the opportunity to consider all the benefits the project can provide. NVC enthusiastically supports these kinds of bold ideas and we encourage the General Assembly to do the same.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Tax the data centers but no casino in Fairfax

Vote No on SB 756! This is the worst kind of special interest legislation. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. If the General Assembly were to approve SB 756, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. 75% percent of Fairfax County voters, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the Patron's District oppose a casino. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. But Tysons is verging on the point of being dangerously and unsustainably overbuilt; a casino there would only worsen the situation. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Finally, we are already becoming a nation of gambling addicts. Just watch any sporting event on TV; every third ad is for online gaming. Not to mention lotteries, powerball, existing casinos, etc. Why should the government be in the business of providing people with yet another opportunity to throw away their money? Enough is enough. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

SB756: Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

My family and I are opposed to the gambling in Tyson’s Corner! The last thing we need is more gambling, crime and destroyed lives by increasing the availability of gambling. Gambling has far reaching affects, most often not good, for all family members. Tysons Corner is also very congested as is, this would make matters worse!! Please don’t ruin our community!!

I am a Fairfax resident writing in opposition to SB756. Northern Virginia already experiences severe congestion, and recent return-to-office policies have made commuting even worse. Many residents spend 60–90+ minutes traveling between D.C. and Virginia. A casino would function as a regional draw, increasing vehicle trips during evenings and weekends in addition to weekday congestion. That means more gridlock, more pressure on public infrastructure, and less time at home for working families. Virginia is already a high-cost, high-tax area for many residents. Adding a casino as a revenue strategy feels like creating more chaos on top of an existing problem rather than solving it. I respectfully ask you to reject SB756 and consider more sustainable ways to raise revenue that don’t worsen traffic and quality of life.

I am opposed to the proposal to allow a casino in Fairfax County. I have always been suspect of the actual economic benefits of such an establishment, and believe a facility would create more cost than actual gain, both economically and in social impact. Further, our Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casinos, and I ask that we be allowed to keep the vision of our locally elected leadership. Please vote no.

Re SB756 which I totally oppose for the following reasons: 1. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I respectfully urge you to oppose SB 756, which would authorize a casino in Fairfax County. SB 756 bypasses local control, disregards the stated opposition of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, and lacks clear support from county residents. Advancing a proposal of this magnitude without local backing undermines the principles of representative government and risks eroding public trust. Rather than expanding gambling in one of Virginia’s largest counties, I encourage you to prioritize policies that promote sustainable economic development and genuinely reflect the will of the community.

The Honorable Members Virginia House of Delegates P.O. Box 406 Richmond, VA 23218 By Email Re: Vote No SB 756 Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. stop fighting the will of THE PEOPLE. There are big changes coming to our system and you need to be on the right side here. AN GELA BOYER

Surveys of Fairfax County residents report that about 75% of them do not want a casino in their county, town or city... with good reason. Revenues and jobs are lower in communities with casinos than they are in those without casinos. (https://scholarworks.boisestate.edu/td/1939/) Crime increases as casinos draw pathological gamblers. (Grinols and Mustard, published by MIT, Casinos, Crime and Community Costs, The Review of Economics and Statistics, February 2006, 88(1): 28–45) Social services costs related to effects of casinos on those suffering from gambling addition are estimated at nearly $10,000 per pathological gambler. The Commonwealth must not exhaust its Good Will for the sake of little revenue, especially when Fairfax County will be bearing far greater cost than Richmond gains.

I urge the Delegates to vote NO on SB756. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. In addition, I believe that the bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

“Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.” WE DON’T WANT IT OR NEED IT! GIVE BACK THE MONEY YOU GOT TO PROMOTE THIS.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote No on the Casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

I live in Wolf Trap Woods in Tyson’s. I am against casino gambling in Tyson’s. Casino gaming is a regressive tax. It doesn’t benefit the neighborhood. The jobs created don’t outweigh the very real dangers of gambling addiction. Traffic in tysons is bad as it is and can’t withstand more traffic. Locate it far away from Tyson’s, or better yet, outside of Virginia. We can find better uses for our tax dollars than to support casino owners. The taxes it brings in won’t make up for the societal ills and negatives.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Like the vast majority of comments I see here I am writing in opposition to the bill. It's clear the neighborhood doesn't want it. I know Sen. Surovell would laugh at my use of the word "neighborhood" but I have lived a mile away from the casino site for decades now. I have one child still in high school and the other who walks to the metro daily for his job. THIS IS A NEIGHBORHOOD. One that doesn't want nor need this. Surovell says this is what the area was designed for. Even a casual observer of the developments in Tysons, including and especially the Metro, would know that's a fabrication. I understand he wants the revenue and is sick of looking at MGM on his drive from Mount Vernon and loves his contributions but this is not the solution. Facts support this. Fairfax County would be making a shortsighted mistake with huge long term consequences. The politicians around here voting for this should be ashamed of themselves and the money they've taken; the ones in opposition should be celebrated. And we will remember when it's time to vote. Thank you.

Fairfax County residents and leaders have spent decades working to transform Tysons into a walkable, transit-oriented urban center and one of the region’s premier business districts. A casino in Tysons would run counter to that long-term vision and impose significant costs on the community while offering uncertain benefits. First, Tysons already struggles with some of the region’s worst traffic congestion. A destination casino would draw thousands of additional daily visitors, employees, ride-hail trips, and deliveries into an area built around highways and large superblocks. Even near Metro stations, much of Tysons remains auto-oriented and not yet pedestrian-friendly, with wide arterials, long crossings, and incomplete street grids. Introducing a high-intensity gambling complex before Tysons’ walkable infrastructure is mature would worsen congestion, increase safety risks for pedestrians, and strain roads and transit. Second, a casino conflicts with Tysons’ economic identity and land-use priorities. Tysons is home to major employers and is marketed as a Fortune-500-level corporate hub. Local property owners and officials have warned that a casino could deter corporate tenants, investors, and high-quality mixed-use development. Prime Metro-adjacent land should support offices, housing, and community-serving retail—not a use that could shift spending away from existing businesses and undermine the area’s long-term competitiveness. Third, the proposal raises quality-of-life concerns. Communities often associate casinos with increased crime, problem gambling, and social costs that ripple into surrounding neighborhoods. Residents worry about impacts on public safety, neighborhood character, and property values in nearby residential areas that are growing as Tysons urbanizes. Finally, many residents remain skeptical that a casino would deliver the promised economic benefits. Evidence from other regions shows casinos frequently redistribute local spending rather than create new wealth, while public costs for infrastructure, policing, and social services rise. In Tysons—one of the region’s most valuable and strategically planned growth centers—the opportunity cost of dedicating land and infrastructure to a casino is especially high. Tysons’ evolution into a walkable, mixed-use downtown is a generational effort grounded in careful planning and community input. A casino imposed ahead of that vision risks worsening congestion, weakening the business ecosystem, and compromising quality of life. For these reasons, a casino is the wrong fit for Tysons Corner.

Casinos are a form of regressive taxation. They take money from those who make less and give it to the very, very wealthy who own casinos. The NAACP has rightfully labeled state-sanctioned gambling as a neglected form of systemic racism. This has NO business being anywhere near Tysons Corner OR Fairfax County. Stop pushing a casino on people that don't want it!

I strongly oppose SB756. No community organization in Fairfax County asked for a casino in Fairfax. This is a plot being forced upon us by a selfish developer and their business partner. The vast majority of Fairfax County residents do not want a casino anywhere near our community. If we wanted one, a group of concerned citizens would have gone to our Board of Supervisors and presented their request. Instead, we have this travesty of a bill being pushed through the Virginia General Assembly. The current location for the casino, in Tysons Corner, is less than two miles away from an elementary school. The location is also less than a mile away from apartments and neighborhoods. Casinos always increase crime in the neighborhoods and communities they're located in. Fairfax County residents have worked hard over the years to build safe and happy communities. We do not want a casino ruining all of our hard work, let alone a casino most of us never asked for nor wanted. Please vote "nay" on this bill. Fairfax County residents don't want a casino in Tysons Corner. Fairfax County residents don't want a casino anywhere in Fairfax County! Representatives, please do your duty and represent us appropriately here. Vote down this bill!

I am a 15 year resident AGAINST any casino. Reasons being :Public opposition - Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation and folks for the Casino can promise unrealistic economic benefits - when the reality is the opposite. I ask the Delegates to Vote NO on SB756

Fairfax County residents and leaders have spent decades working to transform Tysons into a walkable, transit-oriented urban center and one of the region’s premier business districts. A casino in Tysons would run counter to that long-term vision and impose significant costs on the community while offering uncertain benefits. First, Tysons already struggles with some of the region’s worst traffic congestion. A destination casino would draw thousands of additional daily visitors, employees, ride-hail trips, and deliveries into an area built around highways and large superblocks. Even near Metro stations, much of Tysons remains auto-oriented and not yet pedestrian-friendly, with wide arterials, long crossings, and incomplete street grids. Introducing a high-intensity gambling complex before Tysons’ walkable infrastructure is mature would worsen congestion, increase safety risks for pedestrians, and strain roads and transit. Second, a casino conflicts with Tysons’ economic identity and land-use priorities. Tysons is home to major employers and is marketed as a Fortune-500-level corporate hub. Local property owners and officials have warned that a casino could deter corporate tenants, investors, and high-quality mixed-use development. Prime Metro-adjacent land should support offices, housing, and community-serving retail—not a use that could shift spending away from existing businesses and undermine the area’s long-term competitiveness. Third, the proposal raises quality-of-life concerns. Communities often associate casinos with increased crime, problem gambling, and social costs that ripple into surrounding neighborhoods. Residents worry about impacts on public safety, neighborhood character, and property values in nearby residential areas that are growing as Tysons urbanizes. Finally, many residents remain skeptical that a casino would deliver the promised economic benefits. Evidence from other regions shows casinos frequently redistribute local spending rather than create new wealth, while public costs for infrastructure, policing, and social services rise. In Tysons—one of the region’s most valuable and strategically planned growth centers—the opportunity cost of dedicating land and infrastructure to a casino is especially high. Tysons’ evolution into a walkable, mixed-use downtown is a generational effort grounded in careful planning and community input. A casino imposed ahead of that vision risks worsening congestion, weakening the business ecosystem, and compromising quality of life. For these reasons, a casino is the wrong fit for Tysons Corner.

75% of the county residents and the county council oppose a casino in Fairfax County. Vote no.

Veto the Bill!! NO TYSONS CASINO. I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” Show Virginians that you listen to their voices and vote no. The risks to our neighborhoods, neighbors and children isn’t worth it, and we have continually voiced opposition alongside others in Reston. My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. Gambling addiction is a huge problem, jeopardizing the financial welfare of individuals and families. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

Not to casinos in our country

As residents of and longterm home owners in Mclean, VA, we strongly urge you to vote NO on SB756 to authorize a casino in our community, particularly in the Tysons area. A casino is not the right fit for our neighborhood or county. These bring excessive traffic, higher crime, and economic hardship to local businesses and residents. The current already-strained infrastructure cannot handle this development without further investment in roads, mass transit, police, fire, etc. We are asking you to stand with the residents--who, like us, are overwhelming against casino development--and vote against this development. Moreover, Fairfax County has not asked for and has not been involved in the formulation of this bill and Fairfax County's Board of Supervisors has clearly stated opposition in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program. We encourage you to vote NO.

Veto the bill.

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

My name is Sam Mathias, and I am a resident of Vienna in Fairfax County. I write in strong opposition to SB 756, a bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino at any location within Fairfax County. This proposal is not the product of a locally initiated request, nor does it reflect the position of Fairfax County’s elected leadership or the communities that would bear its impact. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally expressed its opposition in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program, stating that it “oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” The Board’s Chairman reinforced this position in a December 9, 2025 letter to General Assembly leadership, confirming that Fairfax County has not requested such authority. Moving forward despite this clear position undermines principles of local governance and sets a troubling precedent for state override of local land-use planning. Virginia has historically required local referenda before authorizing casino gaming. Authorizing a casino in Fairfax County without a locally driven request raises fairness concerns and treats Fairfax differently from other jurisdictions that were required to initiate and approve casino development through local processes. Legislation of this magnitude should originate from, and be supported by, the locality itself. Here it quite obviously does not. Beyond local impacts, there are broader economic concerns. Casino revenue projections are often way too optimistic, the costs associated with policing, traffic management, infrastructure, and social services are real and recurring. There is also a significant opportunity cost. Tysons has been carefully planned as a transit-oriented, mixed-use economic hub intended to attract technology, commercial investment, and residential growth. Dedicating prime land to a casino could displace higher-value development that better aligns with Fairfax County’s comprehensive plan and long-term economic strategy. Casinos frequently cannibalize local restaurants, entertainment venues, and small businesses rather than strengthening them. Finally, reliance on gambling revenue raises equity concerns. Casino proceeds disproportionately derive from lower- and middle-income individuals, effectively shifting public funding burdens onto residents least able to absorb losses. Increased rates of problem gambling are associated with greater demand for addiction treatment, mental health services, and family support systems. These are costs typically borne by local governments and nonprofit providers rather than casino operators. Overall, this bill is simply terrible: disregard for local governance, unequal legislative treatment, infrastructure strain, public safety impacts, economic cannibalization, social service externalities, and long-term planning disruption. The harms to surrounding communities far outweigh speculative or incremental fiscal benefits. For all of these reasons, I strongly urge the General Assembly to reject SB 756.

We consistently vote for you hoping that you do better than the other party and deliver meaningful improvements for our community. Instead, all you do is to raise taxes and advance proposals to build casinos— actions that threaten our safety, lower our quality of life, and undermine the character of our neighborhoods. Is this the best you can do? NO CASINOS!!

I concur with the other opinions of the neighbors from Shouse Village, which is located very nearby to the proposed casino site. This would be a travesty for our community, degrade, Home values, and bring the wrong kind of activity to our area. Please keep our area pristine and safe from crime and inebriated gamblers. For any of the legislators, who think a casino is a great idea, please vote to have it placed next to your neighborhood, not ours.

I am a resident of falls church and strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax county. The proposed bill is a Violation of local control. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

No Casino at Tysons

Am totally against a Casino in Fairfax County,,,,,,,,

VOTE NO - no casino in Fairfax County due to these reasons.... Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. THANK YOU - Lisa

*Public opposition:* Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I am opposed to casino gambling or any gambling within Fairfax County. I think any places suggested are near schools and churches. Furthermore, gambling promotes alcoholic beverages near and within these casinos.

*Violation of local control: *The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Vienna is a beautiful residential community and it does not need a casino close to it.

We don’t need a casino anywhere in Fairfax County.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. Please carefully consider the following key concerns : • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Lastly, gambling casinos' business model is based upon a human psychological vulnerability and has the serious potential to aid and abet gambling addiction. Virginia should not endorse gambling in any way or form. I trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. I respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

I oppose the casino in Fairfax county. Please vote no.

No Casinos in Virginia-PLEASE

No casino in Fairfax County

A Casino would be a wonderful addition to Fairfax County, as well as provide valuable tax revenue for the County. Please pass the bill!

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am a 90 year old Veteran and believe that our representatives' votes should reflect the concerns of their voters!!! It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756. Veto the bill.

There is no substantial desire or need for a casino in Fairfax County, except by certain developers, who would directly profit from the project, and crooked politicians who are looking to line their pockets with campaign contributions and post-office jobs. Among other objections, SB756, if adopted, would: Violate local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Directly assault the Commonwealth's economic powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Fail to deliver economic claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Raise crime: It is well established that criminal activity increases in the vacinity of a casino. Three people were murdered in Fairfax County yesterday - is the legislature looking for that to become a daily occurrence? In addition, the only proposed casino location is in close vacinity to several schools - placing a casino complex in that area would put children in danger. Be a traffic nightmare: Traffic in Tysons and much of the rest of Fairfax County is already intolerable; plopping a casino into already congested areas will create a traffic nightmare, diminishing the ability of local businesses to draw employees and customers and making it likely that the casino would beget the economic blight.

Gambling creates more problems than it solves. It is addictive. It ruins lives and tears families apart. Additionally, building a venue like this in an area that is already a traffic chokepoint for the area is cruel to the residents and existing businesses.

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

Please vote NO on SB756. I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County because it will NOT provide the economic benefits its supporters claim, and it goes against the wishes of the majority of the citizens in the County, as well as of the County's local authorities.

I would like register my Opposition and ask the Delegates to Vote NO on SB756 for the following reasons: 1. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please vote against this Bill!

NO CASINO -- Residents Don't WANT THIS. VOTE NO This is a total disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; It's a break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am adamantly opposed to this proposal. Despite the wording change, the bill obviously targets the Tysons/Reston area for the casino rather than anywhere near Senator Surovell’s district. The negatives are obvious. There are already more than enough opportunities to enable gambling via betting apps, casinos right across the Potomac, etc. That aside, why would we want to bring more traffic and pollution to what is already one of the most congested areas in the country? And given the myriad of existing thriving industries in Tysons/Reston (retail, restaurant and hotel industries, defense contractors, law firms, quasi governmental (FreddieMac) finance (e.g., Capital One), tech), it’s hard to understand how a casino is necessary to further diversify income sources. With the Kennedy Center closing, there is an opportunity to attract even more performances and audiences to the Capital One venue. Please kill this ill-conceived proposal.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

I oppose this bill for the following reasons. It represents a disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. There is also public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I opposed the bill. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. I live in Tysons Corner and I strongly oppose a casino where me and my family live. I will continue to fight it.

Veto the bill.

Please oppose SB756 on the following grounds: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill:  Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested, nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. SB 756 usurps the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establishes a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: •It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. •It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. •It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. •It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Angeline Tu

Please open you ears and listen - this bill is not wanted by the people that it is supposed to represent. We are opposed for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I oppose a casino because there is no evidence it will work for the community. 75% of voters oppose it and no elected officials have asked for it as Tysons and neighboring communities are already densely developed. The proposal would authorize a casino that is bigger than the basketball arena that was rejected. The MGM National Harbor is on the water and avoids the traffic issues that will affect Fairfax. They do have problems with youth gatherings though and have created a curfew as a result.

I am writing to oppose the bill that would allow the siting of a visible in Fairfax county. There has been documented public opposition and opposition by our county elected officials to this measure and the state legislature should not override the community desires about the nature of our neighborhoods. Even near a metro line, a casino would add even more crowds and traffic to an area that the county has been working to change into a more walkable livable community. A casino does not add to the community and will not add to it.

I totally OPPOSE the establishment of a casino anywhere within Fairfax County. • Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. • Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. The citizens of Fairfax County have said "NO" to the casino issue in the past so don't force it upon us like a dictatorship.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.”

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am very concerned about the possible passage of Bill SB 756 for reasons that many have articulated including those reasons shown below and ask that this Bill NOT be passed. Here are the reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and clearly overrides long-established Commonwealth of Virginia local control of land use. Disregarding local elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled also oppose a casino. Political gain at the Expense of Voters: This Bill has had widespread media information pointing out that elected Virginia politicians are receiving significant campaign contributions from the principal developer of the casino. To large numbers of citizens, this is the ONLY REASON for the casino proposal – NOT an enhanced revenue source for Fairfax County at all and therefore the Commonwealth as a whole. A Highly Risky Attack on Easily the Most Prosperous Economic Local Jurisdiction in Virginia that also Supports Most Other Jurisdictions in Our Commonwealth Through its Tax Revenue where an exceptionally large amount of revenue Does Not Stay in Fairfax: This Bill singles out Virginia’s most thriving economic and residential center and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for very speculative gains. It easily may reduce Fairfax County revenues and negatively impact Virginia as a whole. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise completely unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. These bizarre claims clearly show unsupported support for this Bill. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets the Commonwealth’s most economically thriving County contributing approximately 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

• Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. • Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. • Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. • A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. • Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Veto the bill

NO Casino in Fairfax!!!!

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. When the vast majority of residents do not want a casino in their county or town, and it is not supported by our elected representatives, it smacks of financial corruption. After a year or two, the vast majority of casinos fall into decline and it is the community left with the damage. Recently, I was at a conference sponsored by a major data consulting firm that works for the casino industry, and the manipulation of individuals' gambling patterns through data is disgusting. From the timing of bringing alcoholic drinks, to the "free comps" used to keep people gambling, the manipulation of gamblers is just plain wrong. We do not, and should not, want to be a part of promoting gambling disorders. Any legislator voting for a casino in Tysons should have their finances investigated. I will personally donate funds to support anyone challenging any politician voting for this.

NO TO CASINO IN FAIRFAX. They increase crime and attract a bad element. Keep them out of Fairfax County.

I strongly urge you to reject SB 756 and oppose any effort to build a casino in Tysons. Tysons is a thriving, family-oriented community where parents bring young children to live, shop, and gather. Many families cherish Tysons as a safe and welcoming place to raise kids. A casino would fundamentally change the character of our community and undermine what makes it such a special place for families. There are several key reasons this bill should be killed: First, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, approving SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent for other localities across the Commonwealth. Third, the bill usurps the local land use authority granted to Fairfax County. Fourth, 75 percent of Fairfax County voters and 62 percent of voters in the Patron’s District oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. They are strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. A casino would threaten, not strengthen, that vitality. Sixth, a casino would generate substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing even more strain on already overburdened roads and worsening daily commutes and quality of life for residents. Seventh, research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest casinos can increase certain types of crime and create additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

NO TYSONS CASINO. No one in the area wants a casino. That should be enough. Forcing this vote is government at its worst.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

I am vehemently opposed to SB 756 for the following reasons: Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing significantly to Virginia’s economy.

We are opposed to a casino in Tysons Corner. We have been residents of Fairfax County since 1992.

We are opposed to a casino in Tysons Corner. We have been residents of Fairfax County since 1992.

Please vote against this bill. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

As a resident of McLean, VA in Fairfax county I respectfully ask. Please oppose this bill! This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Please vote NO on this bill. No one in Fairfax County wants this intrusion into our lives and peace of mind. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Again, please vote NO on this bill. Regards, Cynthia Smethers

Vote NO on a casino in Tysons. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This is deeply unpopular. Comstock does not run Fairfax County - our elected officials do. Saudi money is being used to bribe our local officials to put a deeply unpopular casino in a congested area. It's beyond dumb. Vote no.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. No casino, please!!!

It is appalling that the legislature would even consider approving a casino in Fairfax County. The residents do not want the casino and this matter should be dropped immediately. As a life long McLean resident having now chosen to raise my own little girls in McLean, our opinion should be given far more weight that that of these legislators who are selfishly trying to turn Tyson's into something it is not. Go to Maryland if you want to develop a casino.

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

Oppose: It violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected.

I object to any casino development and related bill(s).

Object to all said bills and any casios developments.

Please vote no on SB756. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Please remember you were elected to represent the best interests of the people who elected you and please vote NO to a casino in Fairfax County. If it is necessary anywhere it should be in an area where it will be of more benefit to the local populace that need it. I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. Additionally: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Veto this bill. A casino in Fairfax County is not wanted by the community.

Please vote more for this bill. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Further, the bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. As a parent it is increasingly difficult to protect and teach my kids about the dangers of gambling. This is made harder with sports book gambling sites advertising at every MLB and NFL event. Please don’t put a casino in their backyard. Aubrey Wesser

Please vote NO on any Fairfax county casino, especially one for Tyson’s. We don’t want it. Please listen to your constituents and not the wealthy donors who serve to benefit from this. The people demand a NO vote.

SB 756 Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Go With YOUR Voters

A supremely bad idea, with deleterious effects on population. Enriching special interests, undermining good governance, and no significant benefits for residents: This is a assault on the principal of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The bill’s promise of economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes are completely unrealistic. .

I am a homeowner and resident of Fairfax County, and I am writing to strongly urge you to vote NO on SB756, the bill that would enable a casino in Fairfax County. This proposal is deeply concerning to many residents like myself for several reasons: First, a casino in Fairfax would drive existing businesses out, not strengthen them. Small and local businesses that make our county livable and attractive would be displaced by congestion, rising costs, and changing neighborhood dynamics. Over time, this would also push families and homeowners out of the county, undermining property values and long-term community stability. Second, the traffic impact alone makes this proposal unworkable. Route 7 is already severely overcrowded, particularly during rush hours. A casino would add constant, high-volume traffic to an area that simply cannot absorb it, making daily commuting increasingly difficult and reducing overall quality of life for residents. Most importantly, Fairfax County did not ask for this bill and was not involved in its formulation. This legislation bypasses the very community it would affect most. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has clearly stated its opposition in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program, reflecting the will of local leadership and constituents alike. This bill represents state-level overreach into local land-use decisions and ignores the voices of Fairfax residents. Decisions of this magnitude must be driven by local consensus — not imposed without community support.

My wife, Kathy Braun are 35 year residents of Falls Church (Fairfax County). We oppose the establishment of a casino in or near Tyson’s. Please kill this bill for the long term health of our area. We will be watching and voting accordingly in the fall. Dr. Steven King & Kathy Braun

There should be NO casino in Fairfax County VA. Why? Multitude of reasons listed below. Bottomline, we, residents of Fairfax County, didn't ask for it, We don't want it. Let those who want it put it in their own backyard not ours in and off the Silver line metro- and that includes Tysons, Reston, and beyond. We have enough commerce and economics without succumbing to the reduced standards of living that casino complexes bring to a community. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Veto bill as it impacts traffic in region, crime, does not make good use of land

As a resident of Vienna/Fairfax County I’m writing in opposition to SB 756. The local community does not want a casino and has made this clear in numerous ways - through public opposition, as well as our Board of Supervisors opposing it. Despite Sen. Surovell’s dubious claims regarding a casino’s economic benefits, the community does not want it. This Committee should respect the view of the citizens who will have to live with this proposed casino in our backyard and refuse to put it to a vote in the House of Delegates. Melissa Pape

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive I plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax county oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This bill singles out one of Virginia’s most thriving and dynamic economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits — such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes — that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Please reject this bill and side with the people, not the casino owners.

Veto the bill please!

Committee Members, I urge you to reject SB 756. A casino would bring unwanted traffic and crime to Fairfax County, negatively impacting the community and creating a bad environment for our children. Kamila.

Please vote NO on SB 756. Approving this bill will set a dangerous precedent by forcing a referendum for land use that was not requested by local officials as currently required. Each District will potentially impacted, as 'outside' money interests can force a local action onto an area that does not have the support of local, elected officials. A casino in Fairfax County is a bad idea, but the process to force a referendum is a worse idea, only satisfying money interests. Thank you. Phil Cooke McLean

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill: 1. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested, nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” 2. Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. 3. SB 756 usurps the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establishes a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. 4. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. 5. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Robert Hunt

My husband and I oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County. We have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits and about the tremendous negative impact a casino would have on our community. SB 756 undermines public trust in fair governance. • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities. Legislators representing our area have vehemently opposed the casino. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan. This Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. My husband and I respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard our County and the integrity of our community by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

I live in Fairfax County, approximately a two mile walk from Spring Hill Road and Rte 7. I am opposed to a casino there or, for that matter, any location in Fairfax County. The cost to the taxpayers in Fairfax County will be greater than the revenue to Fairfax County from the casino. I am extremely familiar with the traffic in the area, of which there is a lot, more than the capacity of the road to handle the current traffic. My legislators have let it be known that they are opposed to a casino in Fairfax County. I urge other Delegates to heed the advice of Delegate Sullivan and Senator Boysko, and vote NO on the casino bill.

It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Respect the wishes of the residents of the county please . 75% opposed to it.

• It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. I would rather curtail our expenditures in the county than use a casino to fund our expenses.

NO CASINO IN FAIRFAX COUNTY.

Dear Members of the Virginia House of Delegates General Laws Committee, On behalf of the residents of the Townhomes at Westwood Village, I’m writing express our community’s strong opposition to any proposal authorizing a casino in Tysons or elsewhere in Fairfax County. Tysons is already one of Northern Virginia’s most congested areas. A casino would dramatically increase traffic on Route 7, Route 123, and surrounding local roads, worsening gridlock, straining public transit, and burdening infrastructure that is already operating at capacity. The resulting congestion would directly impact nearby residential communities, including ours. Public safety is another serious concern. Casinos are often linked to increases in DUI incidents, theft, fraud, and other crime associated with gambling activity. Even a moderate rise in crime would strain law enforcement and emergency services. Fairfax County has long been recognized as one of the safest jurisdictions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. A casino risks undermining that reputation and the sense of security our families depend on. The social costs of gambling are also significant. Problem gambling contributes to addiction, bankruptcy, and family instability. These harms ripple outward, affecting children, schools, and local support services. The burden of these consequences would fall squarely on our community. Proponents emphasize projected tax revenues, but those estimates frequently overlook offsetting costs such as increased policing, traffic mitigation, regulatory oversight, and social services. Gambling often shifts consumer spending rather than creating new economic growth, diverting dollars from existing small businesses, restaurants, and retail establishments that currently sustain our local economy. A casino is also incompatible with Tysons’ long-term vision as a transit-oriented, mixed-use business and residential hub. Introducing a large-scale gambling destination would fundamentally alter the character of the area, potentially discouraging corporate investment and reducing nearby property values. Fairfax County’s strength lies in its strong schools, stable neighborhoods, and thoughtful development not in becoming a regional gambling destination. This proposal represents a major and irreversible shift in the identity of our community. Such a decision should not move forward without clear and overwhelming local support, which does not exist among many residents, including those in Westwood Village. We respectfully urge you to veto any legislation authorizing casino gaming in Tysons or elsewhere in Fairfax County. Thank you for your consideration and for your service to the Commonwealth. Claudia Diamond Boatd President - The Townhomes at Westwood Village

Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill

Please respect the wishes of the local citizens and oppose the bill to allow a casino in Fairfax County.

I am vehemently opposed to a casino at Tysons for many reasons including those below: Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Subject: Vote No SB756 Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: •It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. •It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. •It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. •Financial Claims are Unverified. The financial claims behind this Bill are not verified. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! •It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. Sincerely, Fadi and Elaine Shadid 10891 Woodleaf Ln Great Falls, VA 22066

Please reject the bill. A casino would bring unwanted traffic and crime to Fairfax County and negatively impact the County’s quality of life.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Honorable Delegates, we call on you to vote NO on Senate Bill 756. SB 756 is fundamentally contrary to the public interest and has been overwhelmingly rejected by the very people it would affect. It is opposed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and by more than 75 percent of residents in Fairfax County who were polled. That level of unified local opposition should end this discussion immediately. Instead, this bill persists for one reason only: it is being aggressively pushed by commercial developers seeking to use the General Assembly to override the will of the community and advance a private casino project that local residents and leaders have already rejected. Let us be clear—SB 756 is a special-interest bill, not a public-interest bill. It is an attempt to force a casino into Fairfax County without local support, without local approval, and without any legitimate public justification. Even more troubling is the way this bill is being sold. Proponents are promoting unverified, untested, and frankly fantastical claims about economic benefits—claims that have never been subjected to independent economic analysis. Fairfax County residents have spoken. Local leadership has spoken. The only voices demanding this bill are those who stand to profit from it. The General Assembly must not be used as a vehicle for private enrichment at public expense. For all of these reasons, we urge you to reject Senate Bill 756. Sincerely, Jennifer Falcone, Secretary CITIZENS FOR GREAT FALLS Great Falls, Virginia

VETO THIS BILL

I have been a Tysons area resident for over 40 years. I have seen many changes to the area over time – some positive, some not as positive. I have seen the access roads removed, Route 7 widened. I've seen both malls renovated and expanded. I have seen new shopping strips, apartment/condo buildings and office buildings built. I have seen the above ground metro put in place. However, I have never been more opposed to Tyson's changes than I am today with this casino proposal. I am opposed to the casino for the following reasons: Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Regarding SB756, surveys show: - roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines and - nearly 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I am commenting on SB 756 and asking my delegate to vote NO on this bill. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

This will change the character of our neighborhood and bring too much illicit activity to the area.

I strongly disagree building Casino in Fairfax county. This country is known for good to raise kids and safe and family friendly. Casino would be harmful environment for kids who will be our future.

I do not support passage of this bill, and ask that you please vote no.

• SB756 Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • SB756 Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • SB756 Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • SB756 is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • SB756 Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia.

There are a lot of teenagers/children that go to Tysons and having a casino in such close proximity could risk underage gambling.

Please vote NO on SB 756 Survey results reveal that Fairfax County residents do not want a casino in our county. The idea of a casino in the county did not originate with the The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Land use decisions for Fairfax County should remain the authority of Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Please respect the will of Fairfax County and its residents and Vote NO on SB756.

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill:  Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested, nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. SB 756 usurps the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establishes a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Eileen Fulk

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Protect the integrity of the state and residents from the fiscal and civic dangers if gaming it every damaging iteration. The negatives far out way any gains., especially fir this state abd especially for Fairfax county, a county which has provided the state with vital progressive leadership.

I do not think Tysons casino is a bad idea. Tysons had always been a 9-5 town and post Covid the area looks even dull with offices vacant due to remote work. Traffic to Tysons is no where compared to what it was pre-covid. With the addition of lanes on Rt-7 in the last few years, it can handle more traffic. In addition, casino traffic will be mostly during evenings or weekends when most residents are home. Tysons has metro connectivity which helps with people coming to the casino. This is an ideal location and brings more people and revenue to the county. It helps residents with more entertainment options. It also will help nearby restaurants and other businesses. I do not think it will increase crime so support Tysons casino. For people who oppose: Las Vegas strip has so many casinos....is that place not safe? Do you not go there with kids? How can this be unsafe with a single casino?

Disregard for elected leadership - The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. We should not be discussing this!

I oppose SB756 authorizing a casino in Fairfax County. We residents have made it very clear that we do NOT want a casino in our area. VETO THE BILL!!!

I am commenting on Bill SB756. I am opposed having a casino in Tysons. It will increase traffic in an already very congested area and will increase traffic and other crimes. It will also reduce the property value.

Fairfax County is the economic center of Virginia is home to businesses and Federal government agencies. Crime per capita is low and our schools are excellent. While crime statistics are mixed on the impact of casinos, the impact on housing values are clearly negative. The economic benefits are far from clear: casinos tend to be insular and rarely does a casino provide increased benefits to areas businesses. Finally, casinos promote gambling and have a net negative impact on society. We have enough options for gambling in the area and online.

I oppose this bill! If revenue is needed for Fairfax County, then there must be an alternative than Tysons Corner adding a casino or any other location in the county with a big urban population. The roads do not support the traffic as it is without added influx of those seeking entertainment at this venue.

I respectfully urge you to oppose SB756 and pass the bill by indefinitely. This proposal represents a significant shift in land use, economic policy, and community character for Fairfax County. Decisions of this magnitude should be grounded in broad, clearly demonstrated local support. At present, there is substantial and visible opposition from residents who would be most directly affected. While projected tax revenue is often cited as the primary benefit, such projections must be weighed against long-term impacts: infrastructure demands, public safety costs, traffic congestion, and the social consequences associated with expanded gambling. These secondary effects can erode much of the anticipated fiscal gain. Economic development should be diversified and sustainable, not reliant on a single high-risk revenue source. Equally concerning is the perception among many residents that their objections have not been meaningfully addressed. Regardless of one’s position on gaming, public trust depends on transparent process and genuine engagement with community concerns. If this proposal were clearly supported by the surrounding community, the discussion would be different. When a substantial portion of the affected population expresses opposition, caution is warranted. I ask you to stand with your constituents, prioritize long-term community stability, and reject SB756.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely.

VETO - Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. We oppose this.

Please Vote NO on this bill. It bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Finally, the bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Thank you for your consideration. Mary-Lynn Bender Resident of McLean, VA

Please veto this bill! A casino in Tysons will greatly reduce the quality of life for those of us who have made our home here by changing the foundation of our great community. Not only will traffic be a constant concern but the safety of our children and families. It is also so sad to exploit those who are vulnerable to addiction in this way right in the midst of family life. This isn't needed in our area. Please veto this bill!

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

Dear Committee members: Please vote no on SB756. Fairfax County does not want this casino. I don't want the traffic it would bring. The Senator should be ashamed for being a supporter of this. Contributions by a project proponent should not be allowed. Without the money he wouldn't be pushing it. Rich Hoffmann

Gambling casinos breed crime and increase the number of gambling addicts. Please do not bring a casino to Northern Virginia.

I am writing in opposition to SB756. Public opinion in opposition to the attempts to locate a casino in Fairfax County has been clear and overwhelming. Additionally, the proposal also violates prior Virginia precedent for casino operators being invited and supported by the county officials. To the contrary, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has officially gone on record with their opposition to the unwanted casino. Please vote no on SB756. Thank you. John Halacy

Dear Delegate: Please vote "NO" on SB 756. As fellow legislators have said, there are already overwhelming opportunities to enrich the gaming industry with a cell phone. No good will come from this bad piece of legislation. Any long-term jobs in hospitality and housekeeping/maintenance that may result from a casino will not provide the personal income needed to reside in the area and raise a family. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority and was not requested by local officials or residents. 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Please vote "NO" on SB756.

You have heard for months about how the residents of Fairfax County do not want your bill. FIRE SUROVELL! He does not represent those who voted for him. I DO NOT SUPPORT THIS BILL OR THIS CASINO

I am expressing my opposition to a casino in Tysons Corner.

I cannot believe that this is still an issue -- VA lawmakers have heard repeatedly from residents -- your bosses -- that this casino is not wanted by those who elected you and pay your salaries. A casino in this clean, safe, family-forward area is an absolutely TERRIBLE idea. Start working on issues that ARE important to us -- protecting our democracy by protecting our voting rights, our climate, and our quality of life. Thank you for listening.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please veto this bill. You will destroy the area.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

We oppose casino

I am writing in opposition to the Bill SB756 and the proposed Tysons casino. This highly unpopular bill (opposed by 75% of Fairfax County residents) bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize a vibrant region, bringing crime and increased traffic (including alcohol-related accidents) to the area. The promised economic benefits are purely conjecture. If anything, the presence of the casino will cause property values to plummet and the busy Tyson's shopping area to be abandoned in favor of more distant locales. Fairfax County politicians blather on about the importance of "livability" as well as the county's reputation as being family friendly and a "great place to live". If this bill passes, it will be clear, once again, that their loyalty is not to their constituents. Vote AGAINST this abominable bill.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please vote NO on SB756. SB 756 as updated prior to crossover remains a bad bill that should be rejected by the House during the 2026 legislative session. SB 756 continues to undermine Fairfax County's land-use authority and documented opposition to a casino project within its boundary. If SB756 passes it will break precedent in Virginia and tarnish your reputations as stewards of public trust. Every other brick-and-mortar casino approved for operations in the Commonwealth started with local leadership requesting the authority to hold a citizens referendum per the guidelines of the 2020 legislation. That is not happening with this bill. SB 756 ignores the Board of Supervisors and the citizens of FAIRFAX COUNTY, and instead serves a narrow set of private interests including its patrons who sponsor it and the developer who funds their activity. Virginia can and should do better in selecting future localities for casino referendums. Equitable site selection is one of several worthy outcomes that can be addressed by Delegate Krizek’s Virginia Gaming Commission bill (HB271) that was passed in the House and crossed over to the Senate.

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. I hate the idea of ruining this industry with extra traffic.

I support NO Fairfax Casino! For all the reasons below... Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill:  Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested, nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. SB 756 usurps the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establishes a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

Public opposition is overwhelming. County-wide surveys show 75% against the casino across demographics, political lines, and economic groups. Union members oppose at 66%. In the patron's district, opposition reaches 62%. HOAs and precincts report even higher rejection rates. The bill assaults a prosperous economy. Fairfax generates 20% of Virginia's General Fund revenue. Tysons thrives as a high-tech hub. A casino risks business flight, investment chill, property value drops, and tax base erosion. It diverts spending from local businesses. Financial claims are unrealistic. A 10% real estate tax cut requires $4.5 billion in annual revenue—far beyond major casinos like MGM National Harbor. Independent studies show much lower state ($42 million) and county (<$20 million) gains. Costs often overrun benefits 3:1. No neutral analysis supports the projections. The bill breaks state precedent. Virginia limits casinos to distressed areas. Fairfax is not distressed. Targeting a successful region sets a dangerous example. Social harms are severe. Casinos increase crime, traffic, addiction, and family disruption. They normalize gambling near schools and homes. Youth and vulnerable residents face higher risks. Public health burdens rise without adequate treatment funding. Infrastructure cannot handle more strain. Tysons traffic is already severe. Parking is limited. Schools, housing, and services suffer. Let the people voting for this put it in their own back yard. Residents demand rejection. The Board, polls, and facts show no need or support. Kill SB756. Let locals decide. Protect what works.

Vote NO on SB756. We don't need a casino in Fairfax County, and don't want one. It will not benefit Fairfax County citizens in any way and will only add to traffic congestion which is already bad enough. Other than making a couple of people very rich, this bill serves no useful purpose.

Fairfax County and Tysons Corner inparticular already suffer from traffic congestion that will become much worse if redevelopment continues to displace low rise commercial properties with high rise structures. The idea of adding a casino to the mix -- especiallh at Tysons Corner would make matters far worse PLEASE VETO THIS BILL . Thank you.

I am formally submitting by Opposition to SB 756. I previously resided in Baltimore City when they built the casino. It was touted to bring jobs and also provide revenue for education. The only thing it brought was crime, people from out of town that do not share similar values, and more crime. It is dangerous to go to at night and even during the day. There are always multiple police cars outside and in the surrounding area. Nothing good will come of this. Plus, none of the revenue went to education in Baltimore City as the education has even gotten worse. There is not one thing the legislature promised would happen when the casino was built. Things got worse. I was in opposition to the casino in Baltimore and my opposition was reinforced by what happened. This is why I continue to oppose SB 756 Moreover, surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

We do not need a Casino in Tysons. A casino here poses a traffic nightmare and an unwanted risk for safety for families living in this neighborhood.

As Mayor of the Town of Vienna, I am speaking on behalf of the Town Council and the residents of our town. A casino in Tysons or anywhere in Fairfax County is not something that the residents asked for, want or need. Tysons is a vibrant economic engine for the entire state. We do not need a casino. Financially a casino is not in the Tyson’s comprehensive plan which took years and many jurisdictions input to develop. There are only negative impacts to our communities. Gambling is addictive and can break up families, and it has already been admitted that there will be a need for addiction clinics.

Our neighborhood neither needs or wants a casino in Fairfax. Tysons is particularly disadvantageous to us as it will impact traffic and crime. Over 75% of Fairfax residents have come out against building a Casino yet those in Richmond and the Developers who will not be affected by it are trying to push it through. Please listen to those who live in Fairfax rather than the Developer.

I strongly oppose SB756 for numerous reasons. For one, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors opposes it. Approval of a casino in a locality that has not requested one sets a dangerous precedent concerning where casinos might be authorized. SB 756 usurps Fairfax County’s local land use authorities granted by the Commonwealth. Moreover, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters oppose it. Fairfax County and Tysons are essential contributors to the Commonwealth’s economy, and a casino would threaten their economic vitality and jeopardize their ability to contribute to the economic health of the Commonwealth. The culture here in Tysons is such that a casino just would not fit in. Traffic is already heavy here in Tysons, and a casino would make the traffic situation an absolute nightmare. My greatest concern is safety. A casino would increase crime, and that would have an adverse impact on the quality of life and business here in this beautiful, thriving area. Also, property values would be adversely affected.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

3/4 of Fairfax County residents do not want a casino. They would be the ones most affected. Shouldn't they, and their local leaders, be the ones to determine whether this is a good fit for their community? As a nearby Arlington resident, I too don't want to see a casino in NoVA. Expanding casino access increases exposure and normalizes gambling. It creates an easy entry point into addictive behavior, especially for vulnerable members of our community. Gambling addiction is not a minor side effect; it's a serious public health issue that can lead to financial devastation, broken families, mental health crises, and long-term societal costs. No thanks. Please do not move SB 756 forward.

I strongly oppose SB 756. As a resident of Tysons for over 25 years and a resident of Fairfax County for 50 years, I do not want the unwanted traffic and crime that a casino would bring to Fairfax County, especially Tysons which is already congested. It is difficult to understand why this continues to be discussed when the Fairfax County Board of supervisors and 75% of Fairfax County voters oppose a casino in the community. Please veto the bill.

Subject Line: Reject SB 756 Dear Delegate, I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of at least 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill: • Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. o They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” o The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” • Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. • SB 756 would usurp the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. • Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. • Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and Fairfax County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. A casino would threaten our economic vitality and also our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Lisa Mackem 11406 Drop Forge Lane Reston, VA 20191

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. Sincerely, Rob McMains

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. AND Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

We don't want a casino anywhere in Northern Virginia, period. Please withdraw SB 756 from further consideration. Why? Again, we don't want it and haven't asked for it. Despite the fact that our elected leadership, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is in opposition to rolling out the welcome mat for a casino, along with the need for more traffic control and police presence paid for by me and my neighbors, as well as the negative effects on property and school values (which the state already underfunds). The state already has a casino policy on the books, which enables those localities that actually want a casino in the neighborhood to request it. It's known as local autonomy, which is being overrun by the state in this instance. No amount of juggling potential casino revenue figures would ever lower Fairfax property taxes by an appealing amount that would make it worth degrading what we already have. NO MEANS NO!

Vote no on the casino bill. We do not want a casino within 50 miles of Tysons Corner. No one wants this except a bunch of predatory businessmen. People who live here do not want this. This is not an asset for the community. This is going to say the wrong things and give the wrong example to young people in this region. Gambling and it's concomitant behaviors (drinking and illegal prostitution) are not something we want to encourage. Are the "entrepreneurs" who want this casino going to pay for gambling addiction treatment? I don't think so.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. It's clear by your behavior that you could care less about what the overwhelming majority of Northern Virginia constituents opinions are concerning this matter. Someday it's going to be revealed what you were promised from corporate interests to do their bidding, beyond what was published. Casino Board seat? It's rare, if ever that I would oppose a fellow Democrat. I'll make an exception in your case.

Veto SB756 I completely oppose SB 756, and the obvious financial corruption between the developer and House legislators sponsoring, ceaselessly promoting, and voting for this casino as payback for campaign contributions. What other motivation could there be? First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes it. In their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, they stated “[We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” The Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors underscored this opposition in a December 9, 2025, letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not requested such authority.” Second, approving a casino in a locality that has not requested one sets a dangerous precedent concerning where casinos might be authorized. In no other instance has the General Assembly approved legislation for a casino in a specified locality that was not requested by the local government. Third, SB 756 usurps Fairfax County’s local land use authorities granted by the Commonwealth. By doing so, it would create a precedent for the usurpation of land use authorities in other localities on other issues. Fourth, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. Fifth, according to data published by Fairfax County’s government and the public-private Tysons Community Alliance, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron has wrongly stated numerous times. Instead, Tysons and the County continue to be essential contributors to the Commonwealth’s economy. A casino would threaten their economic vitality and jeopardize their ability to contribute to the economic health of the Commonwealth. In fact, according to Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn, who reported conversations with half a dozen major property owners, “a casino would have a chilling effect on their business, and chase away employers, residents and investors.” Sixth, the summary of a study of revenues from a Fairfax casino, conducted by MuniCap, Inc., a renowned public finance consultancy firm, projected the annual casino tax revenues for the Commonwealth at less than a quarter, and for the County at a mere third of the revenue claims offered by the Patron of the bill. It also noted that revenue projections did not take account of local job losses and government costs, including impacts to health, human services, and transportation. In Fairfax, based upon analyses by national casino cost-benefit experts such as Professor Emeritus Earl Grinols, those costs could eclipse the tax revenues by a factor of at least 3:1. Seventh, a casino would bring unwanted traffic and crime to Fairfax County and negatively impact the County’s quality of life. Thank you, John and Ruth Lavin Tysons, VA

I am writing to express my strong opposition to building a casino in Fairfax County, Virginia. While proponents may highlight the economic benefits, it is crucial to consider the long-term and potentially devastating consequences a casino could have on our community. This development poses significant risks to public safety, local infrastructure, and the well-being of residents. Here are my primary concerns: 1. Increased Crime Rates: The introduction of a casino is likely to exacerbate crime in our communities. Casinos, by nature, attract large crowds, including individuals who may engage in illegal activities such as gambling addiction, theft, money laundering, and even organized crime. The experience of other cities with casinos shows an increase in crime, particularly violent crime and property crime, in the surrounding areas. The police force would be stretched thin, requiring more resources to manage the increase in criminal activity, diverting attention from other essential needs in our community. 2. Traffic Congestion and Safety Hazards: Our current infrastructure is not equipped to handle the increase in traffic that a casino would generate. The Fairfax County is already prone to traffic congestion during peak hours, and a casino will only exacerbate these conditions. Increased traffic will lead to longer commute times, more accidents, and greater air pollution. The safety of pedestrians, especially vulnerable groups like children, seniors, and those with disabilities, will be compromised. Additionally, the strain on public transportation will make it harder for residents to move around freely, impacting those who rely on it. 3. Harm to the Community's Social Fabric: Our urban area is defined by a rich community spirit, a sense of safety, and a commitment to local development and sustainability. The establishment of a casino could alter the character of our neighborhood, transforming it into an area more focused on profit than the well-being of its residents. It could also contribute to the further marginalization of already vulnerable groups, such as lower-income families, whose financial resources may be siphoned away by the temptations of gambling. Rather than investing in a casino that may promise temporary economic growth, we should focus on projects that promote education, job training, affordable housing, and community wellness. We need development that builds up the entire neighborhood, not one that thrives off exploitation and potentially destructive behavior. 4. Long-Term Economic Risks: While casinos may initially bring in revenue, studies show that the economic benefits are often overstated. The revenue generated frequently comes at the expense of local businesses, which may lose customers to the casino's offerings. Small businesses in our area could suffer, leading to more vacancies, higher unemployment, and a loss of community-driven commercial activity. Conclusion: A casino may seem appealing to some in terms of its potential economic returns, but the costs far outweigh any benefits. Increased crime, traffic, and harm to the community's social fabric are serious concerns that cannot be ignored. I strongly urge the Virginia House Subcommittee members to reject this proposal (SB756) and focus instead on projects that foster a safe, vibrant, and healthy community for all residents.

I am opposed to SB756. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s I strongly oppose a casino anywhere in Fairfax County, but especially Reston which is a quiet residential community not suitable For a casino.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I oppose the casino in Tyson’s corner for multiple reasons: 1) increase of traffic 2) increase of crime 3) increase of financial trouble for people who are addicted to gambling 4) increase of noise.

I am writing in opposition to SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee that would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors (Board) has expressed its opposition to this legislation in its 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, which stated that the Board “Oppose[s] legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” Additionally, the Board’s Chairman reinforced this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” My home owners’ association, Shouse Village Community Association (SVCA), is comprised of 260 homes and is located approximately 2.5 miles from Tysons, just a short drive down Route 7 from one of the proposed casino sites. A survey of SVCA residents has demonstrated overwhelming opposition to the concept of constructing a casino in Tysons, with nearly 85% of the 111 respondents opposed. We believe that construction of a casino in Tysons would result in the adverse consequences for SVCA home owners and businesses and residents in Tysons, would exacerbate traffic congestion, and would lead to an increase in criminal activity in the area. Shouse Village is a family friendly community with a pool, swim team, tennis courts, basketball courts and many other amenities within a good school system. Young families are drawn to the neighborhood because they rightly see it as a safe and welcoming place to raise their children. In light of studies showing increased crime near casinos such as drunken driving and burglaries, locating a casino only a few miles away will undoubtedly cause young families to shy away from our community in favor of other neighborhoods that do not have a casino in their vicinity. A casino in Tysons would likely have substantial harmful effects on the quality of life in the communities in and surrounding Tysons and would likely result in only incremental benefits Therefore, I ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely. Glenn Harris, 9449 Shouse Drive, Vienna, VA 22182

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The residents don’t want it. Listen to the voices of the people who live here.

I strongly oppose SB756, and remain perplexed as to why Senator Surovell continues to push this idea on an unwilling populace. Some specific issues that particularly resonate with me are highlighted below. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

The purpose of this comment is to express my opposition to SB756. The home of the internet deserves better future than the one that is proposed by the bill. Just wondering how many times citizens of Fairfax County are supposed to express their opposition to a casino that they do not want for their voices to be heard!!?

Honorable Delegates: I am writing to express my strong opposition to SB756. My opposition is based on the following reasons: 1) The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2) The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3) Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4) This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5) The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6) Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. 7) Casinos bring with them many undesirable side-effects for the community that must not be overlooked Please vote "no" on this improvident bill. Thank you!

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Also, surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

As a resident of McLean, VA and Fairfax County, I am appalled by the proposal of SB756 to build a casino in the Tyson's Corner area, just over a mile from my family. This is a proposal from delegates that do NOT represent the targeted area, who would feel no personal implications on such a development. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. Those Virginia residents who it will most directly impact DO NOT WANT THIS CASINO. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County threatens our prosperous economic and vibrant residential area that is sought out by families across the DMV for it's excellent schools, leading businesses and public infrastructure. This Bill MUST NOT PASS.

I and over 75% of Fairfax County are opposed to any Casino in Fairfax County. We don’t want the criminal aspect or traffic.

Please reject SB756. This bill hijacks the careful planning involved in Fairfax County's comprehensive plan, and entirely misunderstands economic investment. Those of you who have owned businesses (or who have worked in the private sector) understand the importance of location to the success of businesses. Casinos may work in some locations but a casino would be disastrous if placed in Tysons Corner (as the patron has been planning for years with a developer). Tysons is a high-tech corridor -- home to financial firms, government contractors, security and IT-related businesses. This is a careful mix of companies developed over decades of careful planning on the part of Fairfax County. Even the threat of a referendum would be destabilizing; this bill places a sword of Damocles over any business currently in Tysons or looking to locate there. No business owner wants to invest in a location which may or may not entirely change in character at any time. This bill gambles Fairfax County's stable and thriving economy. No one interested in preserving Fairfax's (considerable) contribution to the state coffers should be voting for this bill!

The Honorable Members Virginia House of Delegates P.O. Box 406 Richmond, VA 23218 Re: Vote No SB 756 Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, John J Reis

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

I veto the bill. Casinos should not be built in any cities within Fairfax County!!!!!!

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

We absolutely do not want a casino in Tysons Corner! It will increase traffic and crime. It will be dangerous for our kids. No one here wants this casino!

This is a God fearing community and God specifically prohibits gambling. There are many Mosques, Churches, Synagogues and many houses of worship right down the road from this proposed site. We reject this casino fully for our community, our kids, and generations. We must make the right decisions and stand for our principles. We will answer to the future generations.

This is a God fearing community and God specifically prohibits gambling. There are many Mosques, Churches, Synagogues and many houses of worship right down the road from this proposed site. We reject this casino fully for our community, our kids, and generations. We must make the right decisions and stand for our principles. We will answer to the future generations.

I am against any casino being built in Tyson’s or anywhere in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda, please listen to them. I’ve lived in the town of Vienna for nearly 40 years and it is a family oriented and tight community, we do not want a casino anywhere near our neighborhoods, bringing in addiction, crime and terrible traffic. Please vote no

I don’t want a casino in Tysons Corner or anywhere else in Fairfax County or Northern VA

There is no place for a casino within several miles of not one but two elementary schools, multiple neighborhoods filled with children and numerous daycare and preschool facilities. There are many other areas of Fairfax county that are not surrounded by schools and established neighborhoods if the county feels that a casino is needed for tax purposes. The McLean community has been vocal about not supporting this casino and we hope our concerns are not only heard but supported.

No casinos in Fairfax County. Reston doesn’t want a casino neither does Tysons. Stop trying to ruin our beautiful County with your money-grubbing casino!

I oppose putting a casino in Fairfax County. There is so much wrong with this bill and the way that you are trying to shove it down our throats. Seventy five percent (75%) of Fairfax County residents oppose the casino. No one wants it except the greedy state legislators. Even the Board of Supervisors voted against it. The promised financial benefits are all smoke and mirrors. Current casinos do not generate the necessary revenue to meet the financial benefits promises Scovall is making. Plus, you are ignoring the law governing casinos. Casinos are supposed to be built in economically distressed localities. Since when does Fairfax County fall under that category?

My area has been turned into a wonderful living area. The thought that the school children and young adults as well as others living in Tysons would have the cars, people who not all behave well coming through and looking for parking which is very limited here. Please don’t continue forward with this very unsettling threat.

My family and I do not want a casino in our area. The Fairfax County board of supervisors oppose it. The majority citizenry oppose it as well as many local politicians. Please vote no on the casino bill. Thank you

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

To whom it may concern, Along with most of the citizens of Tyson's Corner, I oppose a casino being built here. The county opposes it. We didn't ask for it. It's an example of private, for-profit interests overriding the will of the people - but only if our representatives heed their wishes and not ours. Please veto this bill. Sincerely, Patrick Simpson Tyson's Corner, VA

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

As a resident of Reston for 23 years nowhere in the provisions for our community is there intentions for a casino. Yes, for green space and nature habits, and community and village centers for local walkable shopping and work spaces. Yes, for healthy activities for our residents as individuals and as families. Absolutely not for gambling and gaming in Fairfax County. Please listen to the residents, we do not want a casino in Reston, Tysons or anywhere in Fairfax County!

Dear Delegates, This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains . This offensive Bill and it's supporter at minimum will bring additional traffic, unnecessary crime, negative economic results, flight of good businesses, not to mention a lasting negative effect on our young ones wanting to grow up in a vibrant but tranquil community! Respectfully, Terry Hatami

PLEASE VOTE AGAINST BUILDING ANY CASINOS IN FAIRFAX COUNTY. THE VAST MAJORITY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY RESIDENTS DO NOT WANT A CASINO IN OUR COUNTY. WE DON'T NEED MORE DRUNK DRIVERS ON THE ROAD (AFTER DRINKING WHILE GAMBLING), WE DON'T NEED MORE PEOPLE ADDICTED TO GAMBLING, WE DON'T NEED MORE TRAFFIC DUE TO A CASINO (PARTICULARLY IN THE TYSONS CORNER AREA!!!), AND WE DON'T NEED TEENAGERS SNEAKING INTO CASINOS AND BECOMING ADDICTED TO GAMBLING. LOOK AT THE IMPACT ON ATLANTIC CITY RESULTING FROM CASINOS, LOOK AT THE GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS SUPPORT IN ATLANTIC CITY (VA HAS NO SUPPORT FOR ADDICTION TO GAMBLERS), LOOK AT THE STATE CASINO SECURITY OFFICERS THAT ENSURE MINORS DON'T ENTER CASINOS (VA HAS NONE). IN ADDITION: Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote NO on SB756. This bill and the casino proposed in it were not requested by local officials or residents, and, in fact, are being proposed in express opposition to their wishes. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed this legislation, and public sentiment, myself included, is overwhelmingly against it.

Vote NO on SB756 It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. •It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. •It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. •Financial Claims are Unverified. The financial claims behind this Bill are not verified. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! •It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

Vote NO on SB756 Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Please do not disregard our local elected leadership. Vote NO on SB756

I am against the casino because i.) bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan, ii.) the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda, and iii.) 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I strongly oppose the proposed casino development in Tysons. Tysons has made significant progress transforming into a walkable, mixed-use economic center focused on businesses, housing, and family-friendly amenities. Introducing a large casino would fundamentally shift that trajectory in ways that create more harm than benefit. A casino would likely worsen already significant traffic congestion, strain public infrastructure and public safety resources, and introduce secondary impacts such as increased problem gambling, financial hardship for vulnerable residents, and potential crime concerns. These costs are often borne by the surrounding community rather than the developer. In addition, the presence of a casino risks undermining property values, discouraging family-oriented development, and changing the character of Tysons from a professional and residential hub into a regional gambling destination. Economic development should prioritize sustainable businesses, community amenities, and investments that strengthen long-term quality of life rather than developments that rely on gambling revenue and external visitors. For these reasons, I respectfully urge decision-makers to reject the proposed casino and instead focus on development that supports residents, families, and responsible long-term growth in Tysons.

I do not want a casino in Fairfax County. I am opposed to gambling and do not want to make it easier for people to gamble. This includes immediate family members who struggle with addictive behaviors. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

PLEASE VETO THIS BILL. There are seven key reasons to reject the bill: •  First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes it. o  In their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, they stated “ [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” o  The Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors underscored this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” •  Second, approving a casino in a locality that has not requested one sets a dangerous precedent concerning where casinos might be authorized. In no other instance has the General Assembly approved legislation for a casino in a specified locality that was not requested by the local government. •  Third, SB 756 usurps Fairfax County’s local land use authorities granted by the Commonwealth. By so doing, it would create a precedent for the usurpation of land use authorities in other localities on other issues. •  Fourth, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. •  Fifth, according to data published by Fairfax County’s government and the public-private Tysons Community Alliance, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron has wrongly stated numerous times. Instead, Tysons and the County are -- and promise to continue to be -- essential contributors to the Commonwealth’s economy. A casino would threaten their economic vitality and jeopardize their ability to contribute to the economic health of the Commonwealth. In fact, according to Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn, who reported conversations with half a dozen major property owners, “a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” •  Sixth, the summary of a study of revenues from a Fairfax casino, conducted by MuniCap, Inc., a renowned public finance consultancy firm, projected the annual casino tax revenues for the Commonwealth at less than a quarter -- and for the County at a mere third -- of the revenue claims offered by the Patron of the bill. It also noted that revenue projections did not take account of local job losses and government costs, including impacts to health, human services and transportation. In Fairfax, based upon analyses by national casino cost-benefit experts such as Professor Emeritus Earl Grinols, those costs could eclipse the tax revenues by a factor of at least 3:1. •  Seventh, a casino would bring unwanted traffic and crime to Fairfax County and negatively impact the County’s quality of life. Please do the right thing for the people of Fairfax County and reject SB 756.

I oppose the building of casinos in Fairfax County. Ann Hafer 3805 N. Harrison Street Arlington, VA 22207 El Nido precinct

I am strongly against SB756 and urge that it not be passed. As a resident of the area, the presence of a casino would cause significant damage to the area. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Thank you. William Check, Great Falls, VA

I am against a casino in fairfax county

I am opposed to a casino in Tysons. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

Please vote no on SB756. A Tyson's casino would (1) result in an exponential increase in crime and risk to public safety, (2) cause substantial damage to the local economy, (3) drive corporations out of Tyson's, (4) result in a net reduction in Virginia tax revenue due to the negative impacts on the local economy, and (5) disproportionately hurt lower-income, less educated and socially-vulnerable populations, including low-income workers, retirees, minorities, the disabled, and young people, because casinos receive a disproportionate share of their revenues from these groups. A Tyson's casino also would create a national security threat according to the letter by 109 experts in the defense and intelligence communities, as well as former government officials and members of Congress. Fairfax County has not asked for and has not been involved in the formulation of this bill and Fairfax County's Board of Supervisors clearly stated opposition in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program. Please protect our community by voting no on SB756.

Vote NO on SB 756! It is indefensible on every level: 1)Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2)Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3)Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4)A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: Existing policy limits casinos to economically distressed areas. It should remain so! If the promoter’s (unfounded) financial claims are in any way true, they should build it in an area that needs those economic benefits as was done in West Virginia. Instead, this Bill targets one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and is merely a money-making scheme for special interest developers to get in on that action. It smacks of corruption and has only down sides for residents. 5) Online gambling is already consuming this country, extending to prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, and sports betting sites like FanDuel. It’s instantaneous, from your phone. Building another casino in the DMV is superfluous and forcing one on an unwilling citizenry is an affront bordering on tyranny.

Please do not put this near our home, or anyone's home, where children are trying to grow up peacefully. This will create any number of problems and bring an atmosphere not conducive with family life. Isn't this just common sense that putting a casino in a family community, like Tyson's, is a BAD idea. Please put families first.

My attachment is a letter to the Members of the House of Delegates asking them to oppose SB 756 for my own personal reasons as well as the objections of the No Casino Coalition.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Jennifer Edgerly 7751 Marshall Heights Court Falls Church, VA 22043

For the record, we are not supportive of any casino being relocated in Fairfax County, especially in the Tysons area. Katherine and David DeMarco

No Casinos in Fairfax County

No CASINO in Fairfax Co..esp Tysons Corner vicin̈ity!

I oppose this bill and this is why: Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

See below. I am opposed to a casino being put in the Tysons area! McLean is a strong thriving community not in need of the income a casino would generate and aware of the crime, traffic, diminished property values, and more that a casino would bring. Please take it off the agenda forever! I live in McLean and hate that we are continuing to have to oppose what we have in the past and everyone from this area has opposed for years now. You know this! Please stop forcing this upon us! Please put it in an area of the state that could use the revenue and where the community would want it. Tysons is not where it is needed or wanted! Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. •It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. •It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. •It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. •It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. I trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. I respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Diane Casey-Landry 1303 Summerwood CT Mclean, VA 22102 Address

I strongly oppose the Casino in Tyson's, a clear violation of the will of the people in order to produce revenue for the State government. The blatant disregard of the local residents is a disservice to democracy and Democrats in favor of this initiative goes against the what I thought the party stood for.

My family and I are firmly against any Casino in Tysons Corner even with a convention center! The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. In additions, surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Question for you: do we live in a democracy or an autocracy. Will you listen to the people or do you not really care at all??

I oppose Casino being opened in Fairfax County because: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Sincerely, BikKee Vuong

Big NO on SB756. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits far beyond what major casinos generate.

This bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. For the above reasons, therefore, this bill is opposed by residents of Fairfax County.

This a direct assault on a Virginia as a prosperous economic powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

I strongly oppose SB 756, which expands consideration for casino development in Virginia to include Fairfax County. I am a resident of the county and in all my discussions with local residents, without exception, all of them think having a casino is a bad idea. A recent survey says 75% of residents oppose it. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. The intent of SB 756 seems to be an override or bypass of local authority to govern local property use. If Fairfax County had a desperate need for new commercial development, perhaps overriding local control would be warranted. But in fact, Fairfax County GDP is growing at over 5%/year (double US GDP growth), increasing in population and there is a backlog of real estate development projects being considered by the local board. Fairfax County is, and will be, the most important economic growth engine of Virginia in the coming years (est. $170B GDP and growing) because local real estate development initiatives and controls are working. We do not need a casino in Fairfax County. Richard McArdle, McLean, VA

I oppose establishing a casino in the Tysons Corner area in Northern Virginia. There are many vulnerable adults, young adults, and teenagers who could get addicted to gambling and lose their money! It is an area with a several high schools close by!

I oppose SB 756. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority. It was not requested by local officials or residents, and it contradicts Fairfax County’s comprehensive plan. SB 756 shows a complete disregard for elected Fairfax County leadership. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. If Senator Surovell wants a casino in Fairfax County, let him have it in his Mount Vernon or Franconia district, not in the Tysons area. It would be closer there to its competitor, the MGM Casino in Maryland's National Harbor. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. It is tyranny for the Commonwealth to ignore the will of the majority of local voters and impose a casino on them. In summary, the majority of local residents don't want a casino. Fairfax County leadership has formally opposed a casino. There are major infrastructure issues, the costs of which must be born by the locality, that make Tysons Corner a poor location for a casino and entertainment center. Please vote NO on this bad piece of legislation SB 765, Sincerely, Robin Hoehn

I do not want a casino in Fairfax County.

A casino is a terrible idea for our area. It hurts the poor and our young people. I absolutely oppose a casino in Tysons.

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

Subject: Vote No SB756 Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because I have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance.

As a resident of Vienna, Virginia, residing only two miles from Tyson’s Corner, I strongly OPPOSE a casino in Fairfax County. A casino and its attendant buildings and entertainment venues will bring only more traffic and crime to our area. Property values will plummet and the quality of life we now enjoy will be erased. Anyone interested in gambling can visit the National Harbor, just a short drive away.

This is in regards to SB756. I am very against building a Casino anywhere in Fairfax County, especially in the Tysons Corner area. There is NO NEED to have one in Fairfax County and certainly not in one of the most prosperous and nicest areas in the county. If any of our residents feel the need to go to one, they can travel a short distance to Maryland.

Please vote no on Senate bill 756. Fairfax County residents oppose a casino in the county. Fairfax residents didn't ask for a casino. This is a financial grab that will not benefit the residents. A casino is not needed and the residents have stated they do not want this in Fairfax County.

This is in regards to SB756. I am very against building a Casino anywhere in Fairfax County, especially in the Tysons Corner area. There is NO NEED to have one in Fairfax County and certainly not in one of the most prosperous and nicest areas in the county. If any of our residents feel the need to go to one, they can travel a short distance to Maryland.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Traffic in Tysons is already wretched. Parking is sparse. Putting a casino here will bring misery beyond a bearable degree.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Please vote no on Senate bill 756. Fairfax County residents oppose a casino in the county. Fairfax redidents didn't ask for a casino. Please make the responsible decision to oppose a casino in Fairfax County.

I strongly oppose allowing a casino to be built in the Tysons area for the reasons listed below. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

I absolutely oppose the establishment of a casino in Fairfax county and especially in Tyson’s corner. The people have already been clear in our opposition to this effort at a money grab. Kill the bill and the idea and let’s move on and focus on the needs of the people. A casino is not a need or even a want of the people.

I strongly oppose the proposed casino in Fairfax County on many grounds, including the violation of local control; this bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. No one has asked for this casino and the benefits to other parts of the state will be at the severe detriment to Fairfax County residents.

I am strongly opposed to allowing casinos in Fairfax County, as are 75% of my fellow residents. While I understand the potential financial appeal of an additional tax source, casino proposals often overstate these benefits and later underperform in reality. Projections are often based on rosy, best-case scenarios rather than conservative estimates. Examples: - In a 2020 report regarding four Upstate New York casinos, none met their initial 2019 tax revenue projections, and as of 2022, only one had reached its 2019 target. - Large, high-profile casinos in major metropolitan areas have struggled, such as the Encore Boston Harbor (has not reached its $800M annual goal after six years) and Bally's Chicago (made only half of its $125M 2024 forecast). - In Norfolk, Virginia, initial tax estimates for a casino project were scaled back from $33 million a year to closer to $15 million, highlighting a failure to meet early expectations. And the tax revenue is literally THE ONLY BENEFIT from casinos' presence. Anyone who has been to Atlantic City can see what a wasteland certain neighborhoods have become. Casinos present an image of glamor and prosperity, but there's a hollowness to it when you look deeper. They attract a motley crew of patrons (including many gambling addicts and people of limited means who really shouldn't be betting their savings in games of chance). It's a truly depressing scene watching disabled or obese people in scooters robotically pulling slot levers. Are we so desperate for revenue that we want to extract taxes from the wallets of such people? Unlike other businesses, casinos produce NOTHING - they exist only to mine the wallets of customers. No new technology, intellectual property, or worker skills are produced in casinos. They do not grow the economic base in the way a technology, manufacturing, or professional service firm would. Few of the jobs they produce build any significant, transferable skills among the workforce. Which other business has a need for Blackjack dealers? It also seems the movement to locate a casino in Fairfax is ignoring local opinion and bypassing county processes. For example, the bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. And it is proceeding despite the fact that Fairfax's elected governing body -- the Board of Supervisors -- has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. I strongly urge a no vote on this short-sighted proposal.

I am opposed to this bill and am astounded that this bill has passed given the following: 1. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

No on SB 756! Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please vote NO on this bill-same issue once again! This is a clear violation of local control. This bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents-such as myself , and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. My Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Please do not ignore this. I am a part of the MAJORITY opposing this bill. Thank you for your time and your service to our Commonwealth.

We oppose the passage of this legislation for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Thank you for your consideration.

Vote NO on SB756. I am a resident and voter who is 100% against a casino at Tysons or elsewhere in Fairfax County. It would harm our business and residential communities. Please vote down the Bill (SB756) : -75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. -Jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. It is a direct assault on an economic powerhouse for northern VA and the state. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works in Fairfax County. -Breaks from state precedent. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. -Violates local control. Using this bill Senator Surovell attempts to bypass Fairfax County’s established land use authority. It was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive development plan. -Disregards our elected leadership. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Thank you for your consideration.

I add my name and agreement with the hundreds of citizens of Fairfax County who have expressed a unanimous NO to any casino in our county. Why would any legislator vote in favor of legislation that more than 80% of the citizens have said they do not want? VOTE NO for any CASINO in FAIRFAX COUNTY, we will be watching.

Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

Vote NO on SB756. I am a resident and voter who is 100% against a casino at Tysons or elsewhere in Fairfax County. It would harm our business and residential communities. Please Kill the Bill (SB756) : -75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. -Jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. It is a direct assault on an economic powerhouse for northern VA and the state. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works in Fairfax County. -Breaks from state precedent. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. -Violates local control. Using this bill Senator Surovell attempts to bypass Fairfax County’s established land use authority. It was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive development plan. -Disregards our elected leadership. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Thank you for your consideration.

We are against building a casino in Fairfax County. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Why are legislators trying to cram this casino down our throats when residents don't want it.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

No one in or around Tysons or Fairfax County wants a casino. There's no need to have a casino on the silver line either. No one visiting a casino takes the metro. Stop sucking on comstock's donations, lower taxes and stop ruining Fairfax County. If the Rep of Mt Vernon want's a Casino they he can build it in Mt Vernon, or on Rt-1 that has plenty of vacant commercial space and actually needs the economic stimulation. No where in Tysons or along the silver line would benefit from a casino other than comstock investors and those taking donations from comstock. Stop this madness and do some real work.

I am very concerned about any plans to open a casino in Fairfax County. It will attract crime to the area as well as more traffic, both of which are undesirable and will demand more resources at taxpayers’ expense. Further, the casino will enable gambling addictions in the area. If we wanted to live near a casino, we would move to Las Vegas or National Harbor. Do not ruin our county.

Not only has the The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda, but there is extreme public opposition. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino. If there are people who are pushing for a casino so badly, maybe they should it down the street from where they live.

Kill the Bill, please. Please Vote NO on SB756. I am a resident and voter who is 100% against a casino at Tysons or elsewhere in Fairfax County. It would harm our business and residential communities. An environment without a casino is cherished for its higher quality of life. Please stop bill SB756 because: -75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. -Jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. It is a direct assault on an economic powerhouse for northern VA and the state. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works in Fairfax County. -Breaks from state precedent. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. -Violates local control. Using this bill Senator Surovell attempts to bypass Fairfax County’s established land use authority. It was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive development plan. -Disregards our elected leadership. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Thank you for your serious consideration.

I believe this bill is deeply flawed. It weakens local land-use authority, risks economic harm to one of Virginia’s most vibrant communities, offers uncertain fiscal benefits, reflects poor gaming policy, and does not reflect the will of the people most affected. First, local land-use authority. This proposal did not originate with Fairfax County. Every other casino authorization in Virginia has begun with the host locality. That makes sense. Local officials spend years developing comprehensive plans and economic strategies. Removing that authority from Fairfax sets a troubling precedent: a future legislature could override land-use decisions in any of your districts. Before voting, please consider the long-term implications for local autonomy across the Commonwealth. Second, economic development. Casinos can generate benefits in some places but harm others. In a highly developed, mixed-use environment like Tysons, the risks are substantial. Retailers near casinos often suffer. Property values can decline. Businesses and residents may relocate. Tysons has undergone 15 years of careful planning to become a walkable, mixed-use urban center supported by the Silver Line and major infrastructure investments. Casinos do not complement that vision. Fairfax County is home to major employers, national-security agencies, and eleven Fortune 500 companies. A casino risks undermining the world-class economic ecosystem we have worked to build. Third, fiscal impact. Casinos are often presented as easy revenue. In reality, net gains are uncertain. Some revenue projections circulating would require a facility far larger than any casino in the United States. A recent county estimate reportedly suggests about $42 million in state gaming taxes and less than $20 million for the county — against a county budget of roughly $5 billion. Even modest declines in property, income, and sales taxes from business or residential flight could offset those gains. And remarkably, a decision of this magnitude has not been preceded by a comprehensive, neutral, updated economic analysis. Given the stakes, that should be a prerequisite. Fourth, gaming policy. This bill should not be considered in isolation. Virginia is already expanding gaming through multiple channels. Brick-and-mortar casinos should be located where they produce the greatest net benefit and least cannibalization. With significant gaming in the form of Rosie’s racinos already nearby, now is the time for caution and comprehensive analysis, not rapid expansion. Finally, the will of the people. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors opposes this proposal. No local economic development authority has requested it. Polling shows roughly three-quarters of county residents opposed, across demographic and geographic lines. This is not a narrow NIMBY concern; it is broad community opposition. This proposal will not pass a local referendum. It risks economic harm, consumes public resources, and overrides local planning. At minimum, it should be tabled until a serious, independent economic analysis is completed. Preferably, it should be set aside entirely.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please. No Casino in Tyson’s. Casino in general is a bad idea, but if you insist on having one, set up in a location far away from schools and children. I’m disappointed I have to advocate for such an obvious point.

A casino is entirely inappropriate for virtually any location in Fairfax county, but especially Tysons. The overwhelming local opposition to a Tysons casino is based on the fact that nobody who lives anywhere near here believes that this type of development would have a positive impact on the community. Quite the opposite. Casinos are generally built in areas that lack development opportunities, and often require anything from special dispensation to massive tax incentives to build. Tysons represents the opposite - a gift for a developer not in need of one, as it already holds rights to a site that is already extremely valuable and that could be developed in any number of ways that would have a manifestly more positive impact on the surrounding area. Those supporting a casino appear to be chiming in from significant distances and in response to an eager checkbook. The right answer is obvious and it is just a question of whether it will be overcome by graft.

As longtime residents of McLean, living near Tysons, my wife and I wish to register our OPPOSITION to SB756 and ask the Delegates to Vote NO on SB756 Our opposition to SB756 is based on the following: 1). Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2). Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3). Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4). A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers (where we have lived for more than 30 years) and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains and does not reflect our values and expectations for our area. 5). Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6). Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Dr. Gregory & Mrs. Vibha Miller McLean, VA 22102

This is a personal message from Sally and Stuart Horn, long-term residents of Fairfax County. We have lived in almost all areas of the County over the 55+ years we have been County residents. We are writing to ask you to veto SB 756, a Senate bill that would authorize a casino in Fairfax County over the clearly-stated objections of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and 75% of the county’s voters, including 62% of the voters in the Patron’s Senate District and two-thirds of rank-and-file union voters. We cannot think of a single area of the County that could benefit from hosting a casino, but we are confident that were one to be located in any area, that area would suffer. We know that the Patron of SB 756 has alleged that the bill would yield great benefits for the Commonwealth or the County, although he has not produced any study that backs up his allegations. In contrast, Fairfax County authorities recently commissioned a study by MuniCap, a renowned public finance consultancy firm, of possible tax revenues from a Fairfax casino. According to the revenue projections in the study summary, the reality is that the annual casino tax revenues for the Commonwealth would be less than a quarter -- and for the County at a mere third -- of the revenues alleged by the Patron of the bill. The summary also noted that the consultants' revenue projections did not take account of local job losses and government costs, including impacts to health, human services and transportation. However, based upon analyses by national casino cost-benefit experts such as Professor Emeritus Earl Grinols, those costs could eclipse MuniCap's projected tax revenues by a factor of at least 3:1. Last year, the Patron sponsored a similar bill to authorize a Fairfax casino in Tysons that died in the House. Speaking about that bill, two former senior executives from Fortune 500 companies stated publicly that had a casino been in the mix for Tysons – an area that is still in the mix under the Patron’s current bill -- their companies would never have opened headquarters in the area. This year, Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn reported that in conversations with half a dozen major property owners, they told him that a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors. All the data published by Fairfax County’s government and the public-private Tysons Community Alliance demonstrate that Fairfax County and Tysons are thriving, not failing, as the Patron has wrongly stated numerous times. The County and Tysons are -- and promise to continue to be -- essential contributors to the Commonwealth’s economy. A casino would threaten their economic vitality and jeopardize their ability to contribute to the economic health of the Commonwealth. Moreover, allowing this bill to go forward would be inconsistent with past practice, where the House only considered requests to host a casino when it received a request from a locality’s local governing body. And, in bypassing Fairfax County’s local land use authorities, it would set a dangerous precedent for ignoring local land use authorities on a host of other issues as well as the casino issue. Accordingly, we ask that you reject SB 756 and pass it by indefinitely. Sally and Stuart Horn

Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please vote NO on SB756.

Strong Opposition tp SB756 from this 30-year Fairfax resident and Intelligence Community retiree, based on the bill's: Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please! Do NOT pass this bill for the following reasons: • Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. • Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. • Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. • Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. • Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you. Respectively, Mrs. Valerie Sheridan Comer

I am vehemently opposed to a casino in Fairfax County for multiple reasons, but the most important being that Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please put an end to the consideration of the misguided bill. Thank you, Erin Tollini

Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Fairfax County residents and representatives oppose a casino anywhere within the county. We are not asking for a casino but one is being pushed onto us without our consent. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Not only is Virginia disregarding the local constituents and their local representatives, Virginia is also proposing a casino in an area that does not comply with existing precedent. I do not understand how Virginia can disregard precedent, their constituents, and their local representatives.

Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, for the following reasons- 1. Violation of local control:The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines;66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: •It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. •It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. •It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Julie Lansaw

Please please vote no on the casino—- over 70% of residents do not want this. We do not want the increased traffic but most of all we don’t want gambling and the type of people it attracts in our county. Please vote no!

Smart Growth for Oakton is a community advocacy group whose members include Oakton residents from many Oakton HOAs, Civic groups, and neighborhoods. We all live here and have a vested interest in the development and redevelopment of our community. We oppose this bill as it bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Dear Delegate, I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill: • Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. o They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” o The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” • Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. • SB 756 would usurp the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. • Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. • Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Matthew Korn 848 Alvermar Ridge Drive McLean, VA 22102

Vote no on this bill. The taxpayers of Fairfax County are overwhelmingly opposed to a casino in the county. Let us vote on the issue do not deprive us of that right.

I am strongly opposed to a casino in Fairfax county. The county has not asked for it, and the majority of the county's residents not only have not asked for it, but are STRONGLY OPPOSED to it. The only people likely to truly benefit from the proposal are those who are lining their pockets with money from the developer hoping to win the bid to build this casino.  I have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits, knowing that the local community will likely receive very little residual revenue from the enterprise should a casino be built. Rather, allowing this proposal to proceed is expected to have a strong NEGATIVE impact on the region (one of the Commonwealth's most prosperous communities) and by extension, Virginia as a whole. 

Vote No for SB 756. No Casino in areas local officials have opposed it and Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please vote no

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I oppposr HB756. Please do not support it. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. In addition, the Tyson’s area is already very congested. We do not need another major business in the area, especially a casino.

1) Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2) Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3) Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4) A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5) Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6)Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I strongly oppose the casino and I vote every single time. I will do my best to enlist others to do so as well. This bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. We all know this is a terrible idea and we don't want it..

The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate and it is unlikely that the local residents will see any benefit from this project.

Dear Members of the General Laws Committee, The Greater Tysons Citizens Coalition (GTCC) opposes SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee.  The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. We ask that you reject the bill and pass it by indefinitely. There are seven key reasons to reject the bill: •  First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes it.   In their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program, they stated “ [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…”   The Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors underscored this opposition in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating that with respect to the proposal to authorize a Fairfax Casino:  “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” •  Second, approving a casino in a locality that has not requested one sets a dangerous precedent concerning where casinos might be authorized.  In no other instance has the General Assembly approved legislation for a casino in a specified locality that was not requested by the local government.   •  Third, SB 756 usurps Fairfax County’s local land use authorities granted by the Commonwealth.  By so doing, it would create a precedent for the usurpation of land use authorities in other localities on other issues. •  Fourth, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it.  This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district.   •  Fifth, according to data published by Fairfax County’s government and the public-private Tysons Community Alliance, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron has wrongly stated numerous times. Instead, Tysons and the County are -- and promise to continue to be -- essential contributors to the Commonwealth’s economy.  A casino would threaten their economic vitality and jeopardize their ability to contribute to the economic health of the Commonwealth.  In fact, according to Fairfax County Supervisor Walter Alcorn, who reported conversations with half a dozen major property owners, “a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” •  Sixth, the summary of a study of revenues from a Fairfax casino, conducted by MuniCap, Inc., a renowned public finance consultancy firm, projected the annual casino tax revenues for the Commonwealth at less than a quarter -- and for the County at a mere third -- of the revenue claims offered by the Patron of the bill.  It also noted that revenue projections did not take account of local job losses and government costs, including impacts to health, human services and transportation. In Fairfax, based upon analyses by national casino cost-benefit experts such as Professor Emeritus Earl Grinols, those costs could eclipse the tax revenues by a factor of at least 3:1.   •  Seventh, a casino would bring unwanted traffic and crime to Fairfax County and negatively impact the County’s quality of life. We ask that you do the right thing and reject SB 756.   Thank you. Sincerely, Sally K. Horn Chair, GTCC 703-899-3473 (m)

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan

Residents do not want casinos in our community. They add to traffic and don't contribute to the flourishing of the greater community. This would benefit corporations not the people of Fairfax. Please vote No.

No to a casino in Fairfax County.

I oppose this bill. Please vote NO on SB756. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of union-affiliated residents polled oppose a casino. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for the sake of speculative gains.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Dear Lawmakers - Vote NO on SB756, which is the most irresponsible, undemocratic piece of legislation to come before the Virginia legislature in my 28 years as a resident of Fairfax County and the Tysons area. The casino proposal arose without any public notice or support. It has come back like a vampire the last few years in spite of overwhelming popular opposition and the objections of local elected officials. Our community wants nothing to do with a casino, which is a threat to the economic engine of the state (Northern Virginia) and the motor of that economic engine (the Tysons-Dulles corridor). The backers of this proposal have trampled the democratic process and popular will in order to revive and advance it time and again. Please kill it once and for all!

Please vote against casino gambling and building a casino in Fairfax County. Of the many reasons I'm against this, two of them seem particularly alarming: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. This is not OK. We don't want this here. Please don't force it on us.

Vote no for Fairfax Casino bill

You were elected to represent the people and defend the Constitution, which exists, in part, to “promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity,” State-funded Gambling does not promote the general welfare of Virginians. We do not want a casino in Fairfax and no amount of tax revenue will change that. We implore you to vote NO on this bill, we do not want or need a casino in Fairfax. Thank you, Stephanie Garver

I am writing in opposition to Senate Bill 756. I live in McLean, but as a child I spent a significant proportion of my life in Reno, Nevada. Although gaming still does bring in significant amount of revenue to the state, when I walk in downtown Reno I see many of the casinos that were prosperous 20 years ago are now empty and unused. Theses casinos now blight downtown Reno and are an obstacle to future development. The city now focuses on other means of bringing in tax dollars such as promoting the recreational activities of the Tahoe area, encouraging the production of outdoor equipment and recruiting high tech companies. What Fairfax County needs is more affordable housing, not casinos. Tell me what prospective homeowner or renter wants to live close to a casino. This bill is wrongheaded and benefits a few at the cost of many. It moves Fairfax county and the state in the wrong direction. I feel strongly about this issue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

VOTE NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dear Lawmakers - Vote NO on SB756, which is the most irresponsible, undemocratic piece of legislation to come before the Virginia legislature in my 28 years as a resident of Fairfax County and the Tysons area. The casino proposal arose without any public notice or support. It has come back like a vampire the last few years in spite of overwhelming popular opposition and the objections of local elected officials. Our community wants nothing to do with a casino, which is a threat to the economic engine of the state (Northern Virginia) and the motor of that economic engine (the Tysons-Dulles corridor). The backers of this proposal have trampled the democratic process and popular will in order to revive and advance it time and again. Please kill it once and for all!

Please OPPOSE SB756 Casino Gaming; eligible host- expanding the eligible VA host localities for casino gaming to include Fairfax County. We urge you to decline passing any such legislation. The introduction of this bill lacked transparency and sponsorship from the General Assembly members who directly represent this area. The local government and community did not ask for this bill nor did they provide input. Fairfax County's Board of Supervisors clearly stated opposition in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. We are opposed to introducing casino gaming in Fairfax County and concur with our local elected and community leaders.

NO to casinos in Fairfax County!

I am requesting No Casino in Tysons or any Fairfax County location. It will destroy and undermine the safety and well being of a thriving community. I don’t believe that the economic projections supporting the casino. Please STOP this foolishness and kill this bill once and for all! Thank you

Please vote against a casino in Fairfax county.

I do not want casinos anywhere near me! We've had enough of your garbage with all the data centers! Lay off of Northern Virginia!

I strongly opposed building a casino in Fairfax County. I believe in the studies that show casinos bring more crime, only provide temporary increases in local employment and become more of a drain on local resources than they return in tax revenue. There is strong opposition in the county to the casino so it appears that the continued submission of bills to implement the project are only to benefit a well-funded special interest. I encourage the House to reject this bill.

Please oppose a casino coming to Fairfax county. It will create more crime.

I have lived in Fairfax County for over 25 years and oppose having a casino in this area. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino

I remain opposed to this bill for many reasons, including: - Violation of local control - Disregard of elected officials’ position (Fairfax County Board of supervisors is on the record opposing the casino) - Discounting of public opposition (75% of Fairfax residence, oppose a casino) - Threatens to destabilize current successful economic center - Promises unrealistic economic benefits to the county

Vote no on SB756 because: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you for listening to the actual residents of this community who vehemently oppose this legislation. With strength and kindness, Joshua Weisbaum

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

SB756 is terrible for the residents of Tyson’s and the surrounding neighborhoods, including Vienna where I live with my wife and 3 kids. I strongly oppose this bill thar potentially puts a casino in Tysons. • Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. • Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. • Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. • A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. • Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Register Your Opposition and ask the Delegates to Vote NO on SB756 PICK a message from below and copy it, or use your own message. Then go to Step 1 below. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Fairfax Count residents oppose a casino in our area by a large majority. Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has made clear its opposition to a casino. The county is not in need of this development as it is already prosperous. The transportation infrastructure, especially in Tysons, does not support a casino. The residents will be left to pay for infrastructure, crime prevention, gambling addiction problems for a development we do not need or want. Please let the residents of Fairfax County take precedent over the corporate financial interests pushing a casino down our throats.

NOTE: ALTHOUGH THIS IS A PREPARED LETTER, ON A PERSONAL NOTE: I AM A RETIRED USAF OFFICER LIVING IN FAIRFAX FOR THE LAST 15 YEARS -- THE IDEA OF A CASINO AND ALL OF THE STINK IT BRINGS WITH IT IS UNCONSIONABLE. "What happens in Fairfax stays in Fairfax" is NOT something to be proud of with it's implicit message of adultery, addiction, and moral corruption. The Honorable Members Virginia House of Delegates P.O. Box 406 Richmond, VA 23218 By Email Re: Vote No SB 756 Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, ANDREW J. ADAMS, USAF, Lt Col (Ret)

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Gambling is fraught with problems as residents slowly waste their time and money. Purposeful economic activity goes undone. Do we not have enough addiction problems just with phones? Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please consider what is best for people to thrive and how government can lift us all up.

• It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino.

There are very few people in Fairfax County asking for this or supporting this. In fact, the only ones who appear to be pushing for this are the politicians (looking at you Surovell!) who introduced it and the developer (Comstock) who stands to profit from it. There is sufficient evidence that people, especially young people, are becoming addicted to gambling at increasingly higher rates. Suicide rates for gamblers are double that of other mental illnesses, impacts to families are devastating. Many economic benefits are overstated, because they fail to factor in the adverse affects of gambling. We don't want this for our County or our state!

Honorable Delegates, I am calling on you to vote NO on Senate Bill 756, a bill that is flatly contrary to the public interest and overwhelmingly rejected by the people it would affect. This proposal is not supported by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and is opposed by more than 75% of county residents who were polled. That alone should end the discussion. Instead, SB 756 is being pushed by commercial developers who are attempting to use the legislature to advance a private project the community has already rejected. This is a special‑interest bill, not a public‑interest bill. It is an attempt to force a casino into Fairfax County without local support, without local approval, and without any legitimate justification. Even more troubling, the bill is being promoted with unverified, untested, and frankly fantastical claims about supposed economic benefits—claims that have never been subjected to independent economic analysis. Legislators are being asked to accept marketing slogans in place of facts. That is not responsible governance. Fairfax County residents have spoken. Local leadership has spoken. The only voices demanding this bill are those who stand to profit from it. The General Assembly should not be used as a vehicle for private enrichment at public expense. For all these reasons, I urge you to reject Senate Bill 756. The people of Fairfax County do not need this casino, and they do not need this bill. Thank you. F. Peter Falcone Great Falls, VA

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

There are multiple key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: 75% percent of Fairfax County voter, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the Patron's District oppose a casino. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. If the General Assembly were to approve SB 756, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and REJECT SB 756.

I do NOT want a casino or any gambling facility in Fairfax County. There are plenty of statistics showing the negative impact a casino has on a local community, but what's also interesting is how imagined communities respond as well. Think of any movie where a casino is introduced and the results are negative. Back to the Future 2, It's a Wonderful Life, and more. In any fictional world, if you want to suggest that an environment is bad or dangerous, you simply need to show a casino.

I am in strong opposition of SB 756. This bill is a Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Vote NO for a Casino in Fairfax County. There just is no rational need for this kind of “entertainment” - especially at the reported Tysons location.

No casino in Tysons. I am opposed to it being built near my home as it creates a significant safety issue for me and my family.

Please vote NO on this casino bill. The voters and elected Board of Supervisors don’t want a casino in Tysons. The ones who want it are the developers who are willing to try to force it on us. Vote in favor of the general public in the area and their elected representatives. Vote NO on this bill and the gamesmanship it represents!

I do not support a casino in Fairfax County and ask that the committee vote NO on SB756. It does not represent what >75% of residents want, whom recent surveys show are against it, and is a foolish showing of a lack of common sense to give a casino builder a right to build a massive gambling establishment Anywhere they'd like! NO!

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

I oppose this bill. I do not want a casino in Tysons or anywhere else in Fairfax county. The short term gains for local employment and tax revenue do not make up for the long term, where the majority of profits are going to major corporations and feeding the wealth gap.

I don’t want a casino as a neighbor so NO

Please!! Put it somewhere less populated to bring revenue /people into that area. A lot is already changing in Tyson’s.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely,

Please NO CASINO IN TYSONS!!! MORE than enough crime and congestion ALREADY. Thank you.

Do not make a mockery of democracy in Virginia. Too often powerful lobbies for corporations and developers are granted what is profitable for them to the detriment of the people you are elected to represent. Fairfax Count residents oppose a casino in our area by a large majority. Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has made clear its opposition to a casino. The county is not in need of this development as it is already prosperous. The transportation infrastructure, especially in Tysons, does not support a casino. The residents will be left to pay for infrastructure, crime prevention, gambling addiction problems for a development we do not need or want. Please let the residents of Fairfax County take precedent over the financial interests pushing a casino down our throats.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Here are just a few reasons why a casino in Fairfax County is misguided and detrimental: In 20 years of careful planning, no casino was ever envisioned, nor has it been asked for now by those who live, work or visit Fairfax County! Surveys show roughly three-fourths of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. The Silver Line Corridor in Northern Fairfax County is one of the most important economic success stories in the state. This vibrant center of economic growth, which has attracted high-tech, world-class businesses that wish to co-locate with exciting new communities, is not the right place for a casino. Tysons accounts for 8% of the taxes collected in Fairfax County in total and 10% of the sales taxes, a substantial portion of which is sent to the Commonwealth. Fairfax County is a defense and intelligence industry hub in the United States, attracting skilled professionals with military and tech experience, and is home to 17 Fortune 1000 companies. A casino would upend all this progress and would risk causing existing high-tech businesses that support the defense and intelligence communities and our domestic economy to move out of Fairfax County. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. I oppose the casino

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. WE DO NOT WANT A CASINO IN NoVA!!

Vote NO on SB756 The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

A casino in Fairfax County and especially in the Tyson’s Corner area is a terrible idea. Our area is congested and this is the wrong kind of business. A huge majority is against it!

Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3!

I do not support a casino in Fairfax County and ask that the committee vote NO on SB756! As a Fairfax County resident for 16 years, I have enjoyed raising my children in a family friendly community, somewhere a casino has no place in. This bill blatantly disregards Virginia's long-standing principle of local control over land use. A casino has not been requested by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, and in fact, has been opposed by the Board. It is also opposed by 75% of surveyed Fairfax County members, 66% of whom are associated with a local union. The financial gains claimed by the bill sponsor are unsubstantiated and lack independent analysis, not to mentioned that they well-exceed profits from the local MGM Grand Casino revenues AND that of any Las Vegas casino! A casino would bring increased crime, human-trafficking, prostitution and traffic congestion. Gambling addiction is on the rise and will cause unnecessary costs to families and take away more county resources. These negative side effects will keep businesses from wanting to relocate to our county and drive current ones away. A casino does not belong in Fairfax County and I implore you to vote NO on SB756

Our family, residents of McLean in Fairfax County, strongly opposes putting a casino in Tysons Corner. Among the many reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Vote NO on SB756 The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

As a resident and voter for over 26 years, I vehemently oppose authorizing a casino in Fairfax County and I strongly urge you to oppose SB 756. Myself and an overwhelming amount of other members in the community have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits as well as the many detriments of a casino in an already congested locality. • This Bill totally ignores the will of the citizens and residents of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County Do NOT want a casino. When I decided to relocate here in 2000, I guarantee you that I would have not considered Fairfax County if there was a casino. County-wide, opposition is widespread across political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. This concern, in and of itself, is compelling enough to shelve the idea of a casino. • It represents a blatant disregard for local political L\leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. I respectfully and urgently ask that you truly represent the will of your constituents and vote ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

I am opposed to any casino anywhere in Fairfax County. This is NOT what Fairfax County residents want or need. The public impacts on traffic, increases and decreases in residential properties close to the planned casino, and potential assorted criminal activities are not a positive outcome for the residents of Fairfax County. The Board of Supervisors have not advocated for such a casino, and the strongest advocates appear to be legislators and politicians closely allied with the developers of such a casino or from outside of Fairfax. There has been no impact studies on what the potential effects will be on commuting, mass transit, and County services such as Police resources, housing impacts (including parking in nearby neighborhoods), and resulting congestion. Additionally, the impacts of gambling at a local level cannot be ignored. The presentation on the benefits of gambling revenues always gloss over the social costs to the surrounding communities, overstate the number of local jobs promised (or wished for) and fail to consider the blight of advertising that will accompany such an enterprise. For an area already bombarded with ads for sports betting, a casino will just be more blight to enrich offsite owners, shareholders and politicians.

I live in Fairfax County near Tysons Corner, and I strongly oppose SB756 for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contravenes the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected local leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show that approximately 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographic and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: The bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize it. Introducing casino gambling in Tysons Corner would jeopardize a proven success story for speculative gains. Casino gambling attracts crime, fuels gambling and other addictions, and pushes away more desirable businesses—the impacts and costs of which will be borne by Fairfax County. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities, but SB756 violates that policy by targeting a thriving region contributing about 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. The argument that the bill should be passed because a county referendum would still be required—attempting to absolve members of the General Assembly for any ultimate establishment of a casino—is misleading. The developer who stands to benefit from a casino in Tysons has devised a legislative strategy designed to create a situation in which, once SB756 has passed, it can focus on forcing the hand of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Make no mistake—any legislator who supports SB756 will be equally responsible for any establishment of a casino in Tysons and the impacts thereof. Similar legislation has failed in recent years, and it should fail again this year for the same reasons. Thank you for your consideration. John Mitnick McLean, VA

I ask the Delegates to Vote NO on SB756

As a McLean resident, I'm horrified by the prospect of a casino in Tysons. We have no need of the supposed economic development that a casino would bring because Tysons is already booming econmically. What a casino is likely to bring instead is crime, alcoholism, prostitution, and gambling addiction. Out-of-town gamblers, and their social pathogolies, will be drawn to the area. Locals will gamble away the money they should be spending on their families. It will bring more traffic congestion to an already congested area. The only winners will be the casino owners and the politicians whose palms they've greased. Whomever votes for this bill should be voted out of office, in my view. Vote no.

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

I am strongly opposed to SB756. The Fairfax County supervisors have not requested to have a casino built, and this bill is repeatedly being pushed against local residents' and officials' wishes. Furthermore, a financial study for the benefits or negative impacts of such development on the long-term health of Fairfax has not been completed (especially its viability for businesses and major housing projects in the pipeline). Recent analysis suggests that this project would be equivalent to less than 1 cent per $100 of assessed real estate value, which questions whether the county will even break even on the additional investment. Even Senator Surovell's best case estimate of over $100 million for the county would only be equivalent to the average taxes of 94 homes. I firmly believe that building a casino in Fairfax County would reduce affordability and harm the region overall (and eventually the state). Instead, improving affordability for all Virginians is possible by focusing on any of the projects that the Fairfax Board of Supervisors is actively working on for their Comprehensive Plans.

II appose SB 756. It: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks.

No casino in Fairfax County. Please respect our local elected officials and legislators in representing and considering the desires of Fairfax County citizens, development plans, and what is best for our community. This bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works and what we desire in our community. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains that would be better risked in an area that has no plan or proven success. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Even if it delivered, it is not worth it for Fairfax County - it will strain our infrastructure, degrade our quality of life, and reduce attraction of this vibrant, successful community. It also breaks state precedent? Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you for considering these comments.

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and ask you to reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. There are 5 key reasons to reject this bill: • Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want it. o They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had neither requested nor want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” o The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” • SB 756 is a bill lacking a local government request. Approving this bill would set a dangerous precedent for VA localities. • SB 756 would usurp the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities as well. • Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. • Fairfax County and Tysons ARE NOT FAILING, DESPITE THE PATRON OF SB756 WRONGLY STATING SO.. Tysons and the County are - and show promise to continue to be - strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. A casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to continue as key contributors to Virginia’s economic health. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” In Virginia and Fairfax County, right matters. Do what is right and oppose SB756.

Please reject SB 756. Residents of Fairfax County do not support the development of a casino in our county. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors did not request this authority. Fairfax County must retain control of its land use authority. You are urged to respect the views of the residents of Fairfax County and the land use authority of Fairfax County and reject SB 756.

We’re strongly opposing this bill. Putting a casino under a disguise of creating jobs and revenue but in reality damaging our county with increased crime, misery and costs is the worst idea ever. The only beneficiaries are politicians’ wealthy donors who profit from such shady projects.

I'm asking Delegates to Vote NO on SB756. SB756 is a horrible violation of our due process and rights. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. No casinos in Fairfax County!

The citizens of Fairfax County have said repeatedly that we don’t want a casino here. The criminals from DC and Maryland are already coming here and a casino would bring in more bad actors. For the safety of our community, please reject this bill.

I strongly oppose the proposal for a casino in Tysons Corner, Virginia. This bill ignores the opposition of local government and of the supermajority of local residents, 66% of whom do not want and have not requested a casino be built in this area.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. This project will fail and will anger the vast majority of your constituents.

Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Like the vast majority of Fairfax County residents, I am adamantly opposed to this bill. Below, I attach multiple reasons that no doubt have been submitted previously in multiple legislative sessions. Further, it is fundamentally undemocratic that this bill continues to be put forth despite the lack of support by the vast majority of Fairfax County constituents. There are seven reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: 1. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. 2. If the General Assembly were to approve SB 756, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. 3. SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. 4. Over 75% percent of Fairfax County voters, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the Patron's District oppose a casino. 5. Neither Fairfax County nor the Tysons area is failing. Tysons and the County are and will continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality. 6. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. 7. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756!

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Kazi Huque

We do not want a casino in Fairfax County! If you want it in Virginia, find a host willing to have it.

A casino at Tyson's would bring more traffic and chaos.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because i have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. I don't think a casino belongs in Fairfax. Thank you.

I am against Bill SB756. A casino does not belong in Fairfax County. The residents of Fairfax County do not want it. Please put the casino somewhere else, where it is not so densely populated.

Senator Surovell keeps putting this bill on the floor and doesn't even represent our district. We are very much adamant we do NOT WANT A CASINO IN TYSONS. He can propose a Casino in his district if he thinks this will help his constituents. I would fund the extension of the blue line right into his casino. Surovell mentioned on his floor speak pitching the bill to the gaming commission on how well Loudon County is doing. Loudoun County has no Casino and just announced a big entertainment complex that is being built on Rt 28. We have no issue with an entertainment com[plex in Tysons. Yes the government layoffs have been devastating to the Fairfax area but we need to look at the bigger picture like Loudoun County on how we can grow and entice more commercial businesses like Capital One to move into Tyson Corner. We have a strong and technical workforce in the areas and ample access to high speed data connections which any business would desire. A casino would not be a draw but a deterrent to a company considering the Tyson Corner area. We have the Tyson's Corner Comprehensive Plan that we have been working on and successfully implementing in the area which is our means of drawing in new businesses. I trust our local board of supervisors that don't want the casino are onboard with this comprehensive plan and see the casino as a BIG NEGATIVE to the area and their vision for Tysons. I can't understand how State Senators can vote on influencing land use in a county especially one they don't even represent. We have Rossie's Casino 20 minutes away in Prince William county if anyone is interested in Gambling and can expand to board games. We don't need a casino in every county. We have enough Casinos in Virginia now. Please vote no on this bill and KILL IT FOREVER.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land-use authorities or legislators who represent the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not unverified. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed, any location on the Silver line (Tyson's, Wolf Trap, Reston, Herndon, and Sterling) is not a proper location for this type of gaming facility. These are neighborhoods with families and schools nearby. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We respectfully ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Cristin Arseculeratne

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Eva Everett 1684 Moorings Drive, Reston, VA 20190

Dear elected officials, This bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. In addition, it embodies a disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Finally, the public is against this! Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County is AGAINST it. Please vote against this bill. Thank you.

If the legislatures think they can bypass this eternal wisdom then they are grossly wrong. Casinos will bring riches to some yet poverty, shame and crime to many. "But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. 1 Timothy 6:9-10 (ESV)

There are SO many reasons to OPPOSE this bill!! Here are just a few: A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please vote No to Casino in Fairfax County for all the below reasons. Thanks, Margaret Emerson Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please oppose this bill. My family and I recently stayed at the hotel adjacent to the casino at Aqueduct Racetrack in NY. The casino was awful, and having it as part of a complex did NOTHING to make it and the people in it less depressing. We don’t need that in Northern VA. Thank you for your consideration. Tyler S. Posey 8017 Lewinsville Road Mclean, VA 22102

I am totally supportive of the Tyson’s casino. I imagine the revenue will offset our skyrocketing property taxes. Furthermore, I look forward to watching football games in the sports book at the casino. I anticipate a sophisticated environment for adults. I would never go to MGM National Harbor in PG County. It’s not safe. It is a total positive in my opinion for Fairfax County and the surrounding region. It is terrific that the Senate Majority Leader is moving this bill. Tell me how I can help. FrankLcoleman@gmail.com.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please vote NO on SB756. It is clear that Fairfax County residents do not want a casino. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose it. Even if I believe the claims of financial benefits, which I do not, they would not outweigh the harm it would do to the county community.

This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Please vote no on this proposition. We in Fairfax County neither asked for nor want a casino in the Tysons area. This is not the kind of "development" we need for that area. While it will undoubtedly raise tax revenue, it will be at the expense of traffic and character for a place that could benefit by wiser choices of recreation. There are other and better ways to raise revenue.

No gaming in Fairfax County please.

I’m writing to urge you to oppose SB756. It should not be news to anyone that gambling is bad for individuals, their families, and society. It is incredibly doubtful that there would be significant economic benefits because the projections are unrealistic and real money definitely doesn’t go back to the community in a significant way. Most people in the community don’t want this either as seen by polls and local elected leaders. . Shame on Surovell for selling out those he represents

I encourage you to vote down the casino bill. Reston and all of Fairfax county is family oriented and must stay that way.

Please vote NO on this bill for the following reasons: - Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. - Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. - Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. - Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. - Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you. Kelly Vitrikas Fairfax County Resident

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: 1. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and the county’s comprehensive plan. 2. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Here are some reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. 75% percent of Fairfax County voters, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the patron's district oppose a casino. And over 90% of residents in my community, The Rotonda Condominiums in Tysons, oppose a casino in our neighborhood. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I urge you to reject SB 756. Casinos change the character of the communities where they are located and are generally located, if at all, in areas where the well-known downsides are limited or non-existent. In Fairfax County, the downsides of a casino far outweigh any potential upside. Therefore, a casino should not be placed in Fairfax County, especially not in contravention of the stated position of the elected local representatives and the citizenry. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

The local community clearly does not support this bill. Our area representatives (Senator Favola, Senator Boysko, Representative Sullivan) oppose this bill. Our Board of Supervisors opposes the terms of the current bill. The Sponsors of this bill and committee members that vote YES are clearly ignoring the will of our community. Steve Donovan 6302 Long Meadow Rd McLean, VA 22101

The residents of Virginia do not want a casino

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill.

I urge you to reject SB 756. Casinos change the character of the communities where they are located and are generally located, if at all, in areas where the well-known downsides are limited or non-existent. In Fairfax County, the downsides of a casino far outweigh any potential upside. Therefore, a casino should not be placed in Fairfax County, especially not in contravention of the stated position of the elected local representatives and the citizenry. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

Against Tyson’s casino.

A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Craig Einsel 309 East Street NE Vienna, 22180

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; It would be much better to locate the casino in a much less populated area.

Dear Delegates: The initiation of this bill is highly unusual. For all approved casino locales, the local government requested the privilege to hold a referendum to host a casino. This is not the case for this bill that would impact Fairfax County. I urge you to vote no on SB756 for the following reasons: 1. Fairfax County did not ask for the privilege. In fact, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors have publicly opposed the bill numerous times - in their legislative agenda, in a December 2025 letter as well as in the Senate when the bill was introduced. 2. This bill usurps local land use authority, circumventing the robust County land use process. 3. The bill is not respectful of the General Assembly intent for passing casino legislation - basically to help economically challenged locations by providing a new revenue stream. 4. The patron of the bill has promised high returns that have not been substantiated by a study. In fact. the claims are refuted in a draft study conducted by Fairfax County - https://www.ffxnow.com/2026/02/20/scoop-draft-study-estimates-tax-potential-of-fairfax-county-casino-development/ To answer the question regarding why not let citizens vote in a referendum: 1. In a poll that was release in October, over 75% of Fairfax Residents are opposed to a casino so it would be a waste of money. 2. The patron needs to consult Fairfax County government to determine the need, study the revenue, expenses and impact to local businesses before putting any legislation forward. 3. Referendums are reasonable when citizens have accurate information upon which to make their decision. With the patron of the bill making inaccurate statements, and without a study, citizens will not have a good bases upon which they can make a decision. Need I say more about what we can expect from the gaming industry and others who stand to benefit from a casino being placed in Fairfax County. Please oppose this bill as it is the exact opposite of good and responsible governance. Sincerely, Linda Walsh

There is not need for a casino in Fairfax County. Please feel free to locate such a facility in a less populated area. The congestion in our county is already out of control. A Casino would only worsen the congestion, and invite organized crime into our community. Such a casino should be located in a less populated area where jobs are less plentiful.

Re: Vote No SB 756 Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill:

I am opposed to SB756 for a number of reasons, including that it violates the concept of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

I urge the delegates to vote no for a casino in Fairfax. It bypasses the county's strong opposition to this, disregarding both the citizens who are strongly opposed as well as local county government. Tysons is a strong financial engine for the state, and a casino will add congestion to an already congested area and chase away the businesses and corporate headquarters that already reside there. A casino will be a net-negative for the area's economy, replacing professional jobs with low-level service jobs. The advocates for a casino are making unfounded claims about tax revenue it will be bringing in, and severely underestimating what will be lost in the area when businesses decide to move away.

Please find it possible to table proposal to build casino in Tysons Corner I think it will bring traffic, crime, congestion, poor temptation for adult and children Please appreciate opinion of thousands local residents Dr Osinovsky

I urge the GA to vote NO on SB756. I don't understand why Sen. Surovell continues to push this extremely unpopular project on Fairfax County, a county which is NOT even in his jurisdiction, especially when our community has overwhelmingly rejected this proposal for years. 75% percent of Fairfax County voters, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the Patron's District have expressed our opposition to a casino. Please honor us FC residents by listening the many reasons we are so strongly opposed to this legislation. Approval of SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and would set a dangerous legislative precedent for other localities. A casino would result in increased traffic and crime, threaten our economic vitality, and harm the quality of life that we value in our county. Substantial research and experience from other jurisdictions strongly indicates that casinos contribute to increased crime & poverty that results from gambling addiction. Please respect our community and reject SB756. Kathryn Cooper, resident of Fairfax County since 1975

OPPOSE SB 756. I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County.

I urge you to vote NO on SB756. While the benefits of revenue from casinos are tempting, this is outweighed by the negative effects of gambling in our community. Northern Virginia has no need for a casino. Thank you for your consideration of my views. Patricia Jordan

I can't express m objections better than this. Stop ignoring overwhelming citizen, leadership, community opposition to a casino. You work for us, not for businesses paying you off to advocate/act for their interests. You should be ashamed. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Dear Delegates, Please vote NO on SB 756, the Fairfax County Casino Bill. A casino is an industry of last resort when a community has not been able to otherwise develop a thriving economy. That is far from the case in Fairfax County, and especially the Tysons area, which is still the location of choice of the developer. There are several other key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voter, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the Patron's District oppose a casino. Fifth, as stated above, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality. Sixth, a casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. They also extract a heavy social toll, and devastate families of gambling addicts, including harming children. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756.

I urge you to vote NO on this bill. Making any other decision displays a disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Dear Delegate, This is to urge you to vote NO on Sb. 756. Among other things: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance.  We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services.    We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Bernice Porrazzo, President Tysons Trace Homeowners Association 1924 Tysons Trace Drive Vienna, VA 22182 703-883-1843

Casinos destroy lives and families.

No Casino in Tysons or anywhere in the Fairfax County.

No Casino in Tysons or anywhere in the Fairfax County.

Please do not allow the construction of a casino in our neighborhood. I can assure you that an overwhelming majority of residents in this area strongly oppose this initiative. We respectfully urge the legislature to be mindful of our community’s concerns and to honor the voices of the families who live here. Best, Bar Naim

Government should respond to the wishes of the people. The people of Fairfax County are overwhelmingly opposed to a casino in the county. The legislative support for a casino in Fairfax appears to be just another example of elected representatives responding to well-financed interest groups rather than to the will of the people who elected them. Passage of SB756 would not be just bad policy, but also another element in increasing public distrust of elected officials. What a terrible example to provide to the younger generation!

First, this bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Second, surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents (of which I am one) oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Dear Virginia State Senate. My life has been forever changed due to someone else's gambling problem. I am strongly against taking a thriving community like Fairfax and installing a cesspool of Casinos which will be open most-likely 24/7. This is where Compulsive Gamblers go to ruin their lives and the lives of everyone around them. Did you know that for every compulsive gambler, there are at least 10 other family and friends who are devastated by the gamblers actions. Please do not believe the lies that Casinos will create wonderful jobs and reduce property taxes by large sums. this is a lie. We can't afford to take a "Gamble" on what the developers say will happen. The jobs created will be lower end jobs. The revenue required for property taxes to go down are not realistic. And if they do bring in these revenues, at what cost to our community. Families will fall apart. Children will lose their homes and may have to go on Medicaid. Schools will increase their "Free Breakfast and Lunch" programs. More people will need Food Stamps/SNAP. Lining the pockets of casino owners only to bring down the quality of life for Fairfax County Residents. DO NOT BRING ANY MORE GAMBLING TO VIRGINIA AND ESPEACIALLY NOT TO FAIRFAX COUNTY.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Those prosing the Casino live nowhere near where it will placed and the traffic and noise it will create . The Board of Supervisors recognized the flaws on creating this plan, why don't the lawmakers listen to them - just who are they listening to and why?

Gambling is too big of a problem in our country, particularly with young men, to justify adding a casino in our county. I would like to see online gambling and the loan sharks tempting addicts with easy money regulated!

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate

The vast majority of Fairfax County residents do not want a casino!! In the end, the cost in traffic and crime will be more than any benefit. Please vote no!!!!

The vast majority of Fairfax County residents do not want a casino!! In the end, the cost in traffic and crime will be more than any benefit. Please vote no!!!!

SAY NO TO A CASINO IN FAIRFAX COUNTY

Vote NO on SB756 Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I object to this bill on the following basis: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Dear Delegates, Please vote against SB 756. Because 75% of Fairfax County voters oppose the casino, the Fairfax Board of Supervisors do not want this authority to put a casino on the ballot. In fact, 68% of union members and 62% of the voters in Senator Surovell's district oppose the casino,. As amended, SB 756 dictates the potential locations for a casino in Fairfax County. This sets an unfortunate precedent that could apply to any part of the Commonwealth in the future. Moreover, it is crafted so that the Patron's own neighborhood will not be near any eligible casino location. Historically, casinos have been located in economically depressed areas, where the casino's economic benefits are expected to outweigh economic, public safety, and public health detriments. Tysons is not economically depressed. Neither is Fairfax County overall; as the FY 2027 Fairfax Count Advertised Budget points out, office vacancy rates are declining and home prices are rising. Tysons Corner, as well as Fairfax County overall, have long been economic engines for the Commonwealth. Please don't damage these sources of state as well as local revenues. Just Vote NO on SB 756. Louise Epstein

Say NO to a casino in fairfax county!

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. I DO NOT WANT A CASINO IN MY BACKYARD!

I as a resident of Vienna, Va, do not want a casino development in Fairfax county.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

The pursuit of casino revenue is a last resort for an economically decaying region. Fairfax county is an economically thriving region. Our current tax revenue is sufficient for our needs. We just need to eliminate exorbitant give-away programs that encourage sloth among the population and other excessive spending. There are many other good reasons why we DO NOT need casinos in Fairfax County: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

It is outrageous that a politician from another part of the state is forcing this unwanted, unwelcome issue onto local residents. No one in my community wants a casino or anything related to it. The financial claims are dubious and it is an assault on local decision making. Vote against a casino in Fairfax County.

It is outrageous that a politician from another part of the state is forcing this unwanted, unwelcome issue onto local residents. No one in my community wants a casino or anything related to it. The financial claims are dubious and it is an assault on local decision making. Vote against a casino in Fairfax County.

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters, 68% of union members, and 62% of voters in the Patron's District oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality. Sixth, a casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Donna Jacobson

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Against any casino in Fairfax County primarily because this bill disregards for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

NO TO A CASINO IN FAIRFAX COUNTY

I urge you to vote NO to SB756. If developers want to create a casino complex , they can do it in their own back yard. I believe a casino is a security risk with the CIA so close by. The traffic in northern Virginia is bad enough without adding more going to a casino. It is hard enough to keep vices away from our children so making gambling so close by is not conducive to their welfare. Northern Virginia is the economic powerhouse of the state. It would be better to put the casino where there are people who need more job opportunities. MOST OF ALL, this casino project violates the wishes of the government and citizens in Fairfax county who have made their opposition clear. We have not requested this but yet it is being forced upon us. PLEASE VOTE NO to SB756. Thank you.

I oppose for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

The proposed casino legislation is a disgrace. Despite the employment and revenue to the State shibboleths, there is no social, cultural, economic benefit to would result. Quite the contrary. Can we just STOP proposing endorsement of "projects" that would benefit only developers -- like Donald J. Trump. The mind boggles. As a former lobbyist, I know bait and switch.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

As a homeowner in Mclean Virginia I am very opposed to a Casino in Fairfax County,

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

There are many reasons to oppose this bill but one that is especially important is this: A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

We, the public, vehemently oppose a casino in Fairfax County! Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. In addition, the bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. No one wants this!!!Go for a drive over in Maryland by the MGM National Harbor Casino on Friday or Saturday afternoon-evening. Traffic worse than rush hour beltway!!!

opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

I oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to you to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate Bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are 5 key reasons why I ask that you kill the bill:  Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want the authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative program that they had not requested nor did they want a casino in the County. Their specific words were: [We] “Oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors…” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly in which he stated, with respect to this issue that: “Fairfax County has not …requested such authority.” Were the General Assembly to approve SB 756, a bill to authorize a casino without a local government request, it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. SB 756 usurps the local land use authorities granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and establish a precedent for the usurpation of land use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters – across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines – oppose it. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of the voters who live in the Senate Patron’s district. Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the Patron of SB 756 has wrongly stated numerous times. Tysons and the County are and promise to continue to be strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. On the other hand, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and hence our ability to remain key contributors to the economic health of the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their business,,, [and] chase away employers, residents and investors.” Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Lisa Ugone 7841 Westmont Lane McLean, Va 22102

It is imperative that this Senate Bill not proceed. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Furthermore, surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines. This bill is a violation of local control. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan Furthermore, this bill reflects a break from state precedent. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please vote NO. Kind regards, Alison Jones Town of Vienna resident, Fairfax County

Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate.

I am a Realtor® who has leased space in Tysons for clients and have another coming up soon. It is horrific that the threat of a casino looms over this prosperous location. Vote NO on SB675. It is A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

Reject SB 756 I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program that they had neither requested nor wanted a casino in the County. Their specific words were: “[We] oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating: “Fairfax County has not requested such authority.” Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 — authorizing a casino without a local government request — it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and would establish a precedent for the erosion of land-use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Fourth, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters — across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines — oppose a casino. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of voters who live in the Senate patron’s district. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the patron of SB 756 has repeatedly claimed. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and, therefore, our ability to remain key contributors to the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their businesses [and] chase away employers, residents, and investors.” Sixth, our region already faces severe traffic congestion. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, I am concerned about the broader social impacts. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. These risks should not be taken lightly, especially in a community that has not requested or broadly supported such development. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Matthew Bassiur 7793 Solitude CT McLean, VA 22102

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

To Whom It May Concern: Please do not pass SB 756 which will make you responsible for leading to the destruction of family values. We have worked hard to build communities which uphold family values. You should be a voice for those values. If you want to engage in these activities, buy your own private island. Thanks for your attention.

There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth. Fourth, 75% percent of Fairfax County voters and 62% of votes in patrons district oppose a casino. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality Sixth, A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you.

Subject Line: Reject SB 756 I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program that they had neither requested nor wanted a casino in the County. Their specific words were: “[We] oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating: “Fairfax County has not requested such authority.” Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 — authorizing a casino without a local government request — it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and would establish a precedent for the erosion of land-use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Fourth, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters — across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines — oppose a casino. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of voters who live in the Senate patron’s district. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the patron of SB 756 has repeatedly claimed. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and, therefore, our ability to remain key contributors to the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their businesses [and] chase away employers, residents, and investors.” Sixth, our region already faces severe traffic congestion. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, I am concerned about the broader social impacts. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. These risks should not be taken lightly, especially in a community that has not requested or broadly supported such development. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Dr Fadi Saleh 7681 Ballestrade Ct, McLean, VA, 22102

Please vote NO on casinos in Fairfax County. The greed this represents is ridiculous. Fairfax is already the economic powerhouse of the state and its own Board of Supervisors voted NO to casinos. Traffic nightmares are already legendary, quality of life is under assault with all the rest of the challenges of living here. Don’t add a megalopolis casino to our woes. I’m old enough to remember when gambling was not state sponsored. A future with less gambling, not more, is a better one for all Virginians. Thank you.

VOTE ABSOLUTELY NO...NEVER...NFW on SB756 | Surovell | Casino gaming; eligible host localities. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Subject Line: Reject SB 756 I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County and am writing to ask that you reject SB 756, a Senate bill referred to the General Laws Committee. The bill would authorize a casino in any location within Fairfax County that is part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet. There are seven key reasons why I ask that you kill this bill: First, Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors does not want this authority. They emphatically stated in their 2026 General Assembly Legislative Program that they had neither requested nor wanted a casino in the County. Their specific words were: “[We] oppose legislation in the General Assembly that authorizes a casino in Fairfax County without any request for such legislation from the Board of Supervisors.” The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors underscored this point in a December 9, 2025 letter to the leadership of the General Assembly, stating: “Fairfax County has not requested such authority.” Second, if the General Assembly were to approve SB 756 — authorizing a casino without a local government request — it would set a dangerous precedent that would be worrisome for other localities. Third, SB 756 usurps the local land-use authority granted to Fairfax County by the Commonwealth and would establish a precedent for the erosion of land-use authority in other localities on this and other issues. Fourth, seventy-five percent of Fairfax County voters — across demographic, ethnic, racial, and economic lines — oppose a casino. This includes two-thirds of union members and 62% of voters who live in the Senate patron’s district. Fifth, Fairfax County and Tysons are not failing, as the patron of SB 756 has repeatedly claimed. Tysons and the County are, and will continue to be, strong contributors to the Commonwealth’s economic health. In contrast, a casino would threaten our economic vitality and, therefore, our ability to remain key contributors to the Commonwealth. As numerous major property owners told one of our Supervisors, “…a casino would have a chilling effect on their businesses [and] chase away employers, residents, and investors.” Sixth, our region already faces severe traffic congestion. A casino would draw substantial additional vehicle traffic, placing further strain on already overburdened infrastructure and negatively affecting residents’ daily commutes and quality of life. Seventh, I am concerned about the broader social impacts. Research and experience from other jurisdictions suggest that casinos can contribute to increases in certain types of crime and place additional demands on local law enforcement and social services. These risks should not be taken lightly, especially in a community that has not requested or broadly supported such development. Please do the right thing and reject SB 756. Thank you. Rhonda Salem 879 Centrillion Drive McLean, VA 22102

The suggestion was that one of these points was sufficient. However, they are all relevant. SB756 is not supported by those it supposedly is supposed to be on behalf of and will not offer the financial benefits purported. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am strongly Against casino gaming in Fairfax County, and especially around Tysons Corner. The repercussions with crime being at the top, along with addiction to gambling being my reasons. NO CASINO IN FAIRFAX COUNTY. Dennis Burke 871 Alvermar Ridge Drive McLean VA. 22102

The public and county leadership have spoken ..... VOTE NO The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Besides all the legal controls and regulations that SB 756 aims to skirt, the idea of turning part of Tyson’s Corner into another MGM Grand is an open invitation to chronic gamblers, criminal elements and homeless to jump on Metro and “try their luck.” MGM was a nice place but way overpriced when it first opened. I know; I was there. Fast forward 5 years and the parking area was a public urinal, the clientele hardly acting like locals, and the homeless were already panhandling and pitching tents. No Casino!!!

FOR ALL THE REASONS BELOW I OPPOSE: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

I am totally opposed to approval of this bill, and rigorously asj for you to vote against it, it has deleterious impact on the quality of life for all Fairfax residents regarding traffic, crime, and property values! Mike boyd Colonel,

Opposed to the bill allowing a casino in fairfax county. This will have a major and negative impact on county residents, built on a flawed financial plan which will not benefit either local or state institutions, will negatively affect traffic, crime, and local properties, and and ultimately brings the public into contactvwith addictive behaviour (gambling).

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at UVA. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at UVA. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at UVA. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks.

Please vote NO on SB756. One rogue legislator, Surovell introduced this bill that a HUGE majority of FFX Co. citizens strongly oppose. It defies the careful land use planning our county has maintained for decades and will create many problems for constituents in our area. Some are listed here: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Please vote NO on SB756. Thank you for your service and consideration.

Violation of local control: SB756 bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

Please vote NO to any casino in Fairfax County. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

As a resident of Fairfax County (and frequent attendee of events held in Tysons Corner) I am against the establishment of this casino for multiple reasons. First the reported revenue far exceeds reasonable expectations to entice legislators to abandon the request of residents in hopes of pursuing an unrealistic revenue source. Second it will disrupt the thriving commercial and residential enterprises that are actually generatimg significant revenue in the area. Finally casinos are based in a culture to entice individuals to speculate and then lose their wealth in hopes of a better future. We as Virginia's are better than that. It is already disheartening to have a casino next to our Military base to lure struggling families. We do not need to spread this poison to additional parts of our region

We absolutely do not want or need a casino in Fairfax County. Not in Tysons and not in Reston. It will bring no benefit to our community and only serve to steal money from those who can least afford it. Casinos make themselves rich and the area around them suffers. We don’t want the traffic nor the crime. No one asked for this.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Hello, People have worked hard — and have to continue working stressful, high pressure jobs — to live in this community. I have only been able to afford living here since 2020, and while this will hurt property values and subsequently lower my property tax, I’m still very opposed to the casino. The casino in Tysons is a horribly cruel thing to do to the people living here. It will invite crime, DUIs, financial issues damaging individuals and families, and a general sense of ugliness to an otherwise peaceful and prosperous area. Breaking one leg to make the other seem less broken leaves one in much worse shape. Please don’t destroy our community, please. Graham

--The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority and was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. --The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. --Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. --If you have to have a Casino in Fairfax County, put it in Scott Surovell' s District as he has been a vocal supporter...but you might want to ask his constituents first.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Pls vote NO

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. As a Fairfax County resident, I oppose this bill.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. As a Fairfax County resident, I oppose this bill.

My neighbors and I are prepared to fight tooth and nail to keep a casino out of our beautiful little town. A casino is a violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 There is enormous opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. You will not destroy our beautiful community. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculation. The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos. Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. We will not let this happen. Prepare for a fight.

B 756 represents a clear violation of local control and sound public policy. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and directly contradicts the County’s Comprehensive Plan. It overrides the very framework designed to ensure that growth and development reflect the priorities of the community. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Advancing this bill despite that opposition disregards the expressed position of the County’s elected leadership and undermines the principle that local governments should guide land use decisions within their jurisdictions. Public sentiment is equally clear. Surveys indicate that roughly 75 percent of Fairfax County residents oppose the introduction of a casino, cutting across political affiliations and demographic groups. Notably, 66 percent of union-associated residents who were polled also oppose a casino. This is not a narrow or partisan concern. It reflects broad-based community opposition. SB 756 also amounts to a direct assault on one of Virginia’s most prosperous economic engines. Fairfax County is a thriving residential and commercial hub that contributes approximately 20 percent of the Commonwealth’s General Fund revenue. Rather than strengthening a proven economic success story, this bill risks destabilizing it by introducing casino gambling into a region that is already economically strong. The potential downsides to local businesses, workforce stability, and property values far outweigh speculative promises. The financial claims used to promote the bill are similarly unfounded. Assertions such as a 10 percent reduction in real estate taxes would require casino revenues that far exceed what comparable facilities generate in larger gaming markets. These projections lack credibility and create false expectations for residents. Finally, SB 756 represents a sharp break from Virginia’s established casino policy. Existing authorizations have been limited to economically distressed localities as a targeted economic development strategy. In contrast, this bill singles out one of the Commonwealth’s most dynamic and economically successful regions. Redirecting state policy in this way is inconsistent with prior legislative intent and raises serious concerns about fairness and precedent. For these reasons, SB 756 should be rejected. It disregards local authority, ignores public and elected opposition, relies on unrealistic financial projections, and threatens the stability of a region that already serves as a cornerstone of Virginia’s economy. I remain exceedeingly frustrated that we have to respond to these last minute requests fora written request to stop this bill from advancing and being voted for in a positive manner. The Tysons area does not need the extra traffic, the waste of land on property that won't return the promised revenue, and is the pet project of a Representative trying to force a detrimental commercial entity on a neighborhood outside of his own district at the behest of a developer who has no interest but his own in pursuing this project. Let them put it in the Springfield area if they think it is so wonderful. We don't need to trash The Greater Tysons area that we in Vienna and other neighboring areas have repeatedly voted down. I think this is a disgusting proposal and that it should be voted down once and for all.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership:The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize the community

I highly oppose the casino. I’ve lived in the county since 1983. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. I’m an avid gambler and MGM is close enough. I don’t want this anywhere near Tysons or anywhere in the county.

There is zero reason for a casino in Northern Virginia. I have lived my entire life in Fairfax County. The area is incredibly congested and we have limited space for housing, but it seems certain “leaders” are trying to push a casino on us despite strong public opposition. We need solutions for our very real problems (affordable housing, traffic, cost of living) and instead are getting a casino pushed on us. The majority of residents don’t want this. Please actually listen to us.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

I live in Vienna, Virginia/Fairfax County. The culture of our town and county is not one of gambling that will invite crime. It is time to vote in accordance with what citizens want, and we do not want a casino in our locale. Vote NO CASINO.

Please vote no on SB756. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Please VOTE NO on SB on 756. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. The financial claims behind this bill remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because it totally ignores the wishes of the people of Fairfax county. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

The casino proposal for Bill SB756 should be negated and any thinking politician should vote know. There is no advantage to Fairfax County or the state of Virginia to Attica casino in Fairfax County. Its proponents always tell you how great the benefits are and I’ve yet to see them anywhere. Further, there was no discussion with the public as to whether they want this casino or not. Again, please vote no.

Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Vote no

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Voting NO to a casino in Fairfax VA! Thank you!

Vote no on casinos in Fairfax County or elsewhere in VA, esp for these reasons: **Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. **Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. **Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. **Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Stop shoving this down our throats. No one who lives here wants this.

I disagree with the notion that a casino is necessary to boost tax revenue. The proposal to bring a casino to our county is being marketed as a financial necessity, but we must ask ourselves at what cost. Every controversial initiative is sold under the silver-tongued promise of "increased tax revenue," yet we rarely see those funds materialize in ways that actually improve our schools, roads, or neighborhoods. Instead of a windfall, we are being asked to accept a fundamental shift in the character of our community. The reality is that the vast majority of residents have made their stance clear: we do not want this here. To push forward despite such overwhelming public opposition suggests that our representatives are prioritizing speculative profit over the expressed will and well-being of the people they represent.

WE do not need a Casino in Fairfax. Vote against this silly bill.

The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. I strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax County.

I vehemently oppose SB756 and I have yet to meet another person in Fairfax County who supports having a casino in Fairfax County. However, despite this, this bill continues to live on and haunt my county. Fairfax County is already the economic engine for Virginia with a large workforce spanning many industries. It does need a casino and in fact adding a casino would overcrowd an already busy and sprawling corridor. If Virginia really wants a casino, then it should stick it somewhere that needs it, similar to how Maryland put their casino at National Harbor and not in Montgomery County.

I strongly oppose a casino being built in Fairfax County. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. Please do not advance this bill.

I am firmly against this bill! It was not requested and not desired. Why are people outside of our jurisdiction trying to force us to have a casino. NO, NO, NO!

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

We strongly oppose a casino in Fairfax VA!!! We opposed the casino the last time this issue came up and we oppose it again!!! If a person really needs to gamble they can drive 30 MINUTES to a casino. A casino in Fairfax is just ridiculous! Please stop the nonsense! Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains.

This bill is a violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. It also disregards elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. There is strong public opposition to a casino in Fairfax County: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Vote NO on SB 756. Honorable General Laws Committee: The Casino bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land-use authority, was NOT requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. - Fairfax County Board of Supervisors formally opposes the bill. - A 2025 Global Strategy Group Poll shows roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino with 77% of Democrats, 74% of independents and 73% of Republicans rejecting the casino. - Fairfax County is NOT an economically distressed area that has no other options than to try its luck with a casino. - Amending the bill to include a convention center at the last minute does not fool you, right? Respectfully,

Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

A casino in Tysons is inappropriate, particularly when it’s been touted for years now , as being not merely commercial, but also as residential, walkable, family friendly. A casino is at odds with the plan that has been in place there for years, by developers, continuously investing more money and resources in infrastructure and approval of the Amalfi Coast project/concept on 7 and Spring Hill, could not be more at odds.’

Enough already! The people of Fairfax County have been telling the General Assembly for multiple years that we do not need or want a casino in Fairfax County! The most recent Freedom Virginia poll shows that 75% of residents across the county do not support a casino and 66% of those who are union members across the county don't support one, either! We don't need to waste more money on a referendum that wasn't requested. Please listen to the residents and the Board of Supervisors and not the bill's sponsor. Please vote no!

I oppose SB756 forcing Casino gambling on Fairfax County, where I reside. The state of Virginia should not impose a Casino on a county which did not ask for nor vote for this project. Please go seek out counties that want this project. We will fight for our rights in every court and in every election.

Please vote agains this bill for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

My family opposes this bill for the reasons listed below. We are registering our opposition and ask the Delegates to vote NO on SB756. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Dear Senator Surovell, I'm writing to you today to ask that you reconsider your support for SB756 once and for all. As a Tysons Corner resident and homeowner, and as a Realtor, I strongly oppose this bill as I believe it will undermine the progress and opportunities that the Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan has carefully identified as well as have a profoundly negative effective on property values and the community in general. NO ONE that lives here - Tysons, McLean, Vienna, Reston, Great Falls, City of Falls Church - wants this casino. By supporting this bill, whether the casino be built in Tysons or elsewhere in Fairfax County, you are going against the wishes of the very people, the voters, that put you where you are today. Please don't give in to special interests - do what the majority of the people you represent want you to do. That's what you told us you would do, isn't it? You said you would represent OUR wishes if we voted for you, right? Well, the time has come to keep your word. Following are additional reasons to consider when voting on February 24. You know what they are, but I feel it's necessary to repeat them, unfortunately. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you for your time and consideration. Liz Krauthammer

Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. It also notably violates local control and does a disservice to one of the most prosperous counties in the state. The estimate of lowering our property taxes by 10% flies in the face of reality.

I am OPPOSED to this bill for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

The people who live here do not want this casino. Find another place in Virginia where the residents might actually want it. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

A casino in Tyson’s will bring criminals, lawlessness, the absolute dregs of humanity. Our neighborhoods and our children will not be safe. Please stop this insidious evil. Gambling is a horrible addictive disease that ruins lives and family’s. And the traffic would cause gridlock and bedlam. DO NOT PASS THIS BILL!!!!!

I’m puzzled as to why elected representatives of the people don’t understand how democracy works. By every measure and every poll, the people have said they don’t want a casino in Fairfax County. Yet, every year the people’s representatives, in committees, pass this measure. Could it be that they feel obligated after accepting campaign contributions? How disappointing!

Please no Casino in Fairfax County. Vote NO!

This is absolutely the worst decision that the Commonwealth of Virginia could ever make. All you have to do is look at what has happened across the river at National Harbor to see the negative impact it has had on the community, the county, and the entire state. The crime rate is through the roof. It is totally unsafe and has deteriorated the quality of life for residents within a 50-mile radius. The underlying issues related to gambling, prostitution, crime, and the impact they have had on households are clear and unequivocal. This will absolutely result in an exodus of businesses, homeowners, taxpayers, and law-abiding citizens. The legislators that are supporting this are absolute grifters who should be voted out of office. Virginia and Fairfax County used to be considered stable and law-abiding entities that respected schools, quality of life, law and order, and traditional values. A vote in favor of this will further deteriroate all of these and make Virginia the next Maryland.

I strongly oppose building ANY casino in Northern Virginia. Studies have shown casinos are often patronized by people who can least afford it. They work as a tax on poor people. They are a negative social influence, and cost the county money in social services. The disclaimer about help with problem gambling is crap--most problem gamers don't want help until they have ruined their finances and their families. Keep casinos out of NVA.

Please do NOT vote for this bill. I feel the traffic in the Tysons area is already bad enough. Many days it takes 20 minutes to get through all the traffic lights in the afternoon and the casino will add more traffic. I do not believe gamblers will be riding Metro to get to and from the Casino. Also, I feel that crime will increase. Those who lose might turn to crime to recover their losses, those who win might have criminals follow them to take their winnings. There are a lot of US government employees in this area and gambling addiction might enable some of them to be susceptible to bribery. I do not believe that our taxes will decrease either. The numbers presented are too inflated. So many residents do not want a casino in Tysons. We feel we are not being listened to. I live 1.1 mile away from the site in Tysons and feel it will decrease the value of my property.

SB 756 represents a clear violation of local control and sound public policy. The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and directly contradicts the County’s Comprehensive Plan. It overrides the very framework designed to ensure that growth and development reflect the priorities of the community. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Advancing this bill despite that opposition disregards the expressed position of the County’s elected leadership and undermines the principle that local governments should guide land use decisions within their jurisdictions. Public sentiment is equally clear. Surveys indicate that roughly 75 percent of Fairfax County residents oppose the introduction of a casino, cutting across political affiliations and demographic groups. Notably, 66 percent of union-associated residents who were polled also oppose a casino. This is not a narrow or partisan concern. It reflects broad-based community opposition. SB 756 also amounts to a direct assault on one of Virginia’s most prosperous economic engines. Fairfax County is a thriving residential and commercial hub that contributes approximately 20 percent of the Commonwealth’s General Fund revenue. Rather than strengthening a proven economic success story, this bill risks destabilizing it by introducing casino gambling into a region that is already economically strong. The potential downsides to local businesses, workforce stability, and property values far outweigh speculative promises. The financial claims used to promote the bill are similarly unfounded. Assertions such as a 10 percent reduction in real estate taxes would require casino revenues that far exceed what comparable facilities generate in larger gaming markets. These projections lack credibility and create false expectations for residents. Finally, SB 756 represents a sharp break from Virginia’s established casino policy. Existing authorizations have been limited to economically distressed localities as a targeted economic development strategy. In contrast, this bill singles out one of the Commonwealth’s most dynamic and economically successful regions. Redirecting state policy in this way is inconsistent with prior legislative intent and raises serious concerns about fairness and precedent. For these reasons, SB 756 should be rejected. It disregards local authority, ignores public and elected opposition, relies on unrealistic financial projections, and threatens the stability of a region that already serves as a cornerstone of Virginia’s economy.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because: --This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. --County leadership, that is, the Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors, opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. -- Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. --This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. --The financial claims behind this Bill are unverified, speculative, and likely false. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! -- The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. -- It is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. Please vote ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services. This legislation threatens to destabilize a major contributor to Virginia’s economy, disregards the will of the people and their local elected officials, and relies on demonstrably false financial assumptions and claims. Rather than comprehensive, impartial economic studies, the Proponents of this measure ask the General Assembly to rely on their oral representations of unverified forecasts, and in doing so, are exposing Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to significant fiscal risks. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you.

Any politician supporting this against wishes of residents should be voted out of office.

I urge the committee to reject this legislation. Neither the Fairfax County government, nor the citizen of Fairfax County have asked for this legislation to authorize a gambling casino in our county. It is solely the work of a greedy development company and the Virginia legislators that they own. Please stand with the citizens of Fairfax County and reject this abomination of a bill.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services.

No Casino in Fairfax County — Not Now. Not Ever. This proposal steamrolls local control, bypasses our comprehensive plan, and ignores the clear opposition of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. If our elected leadership says no, that should be the end of it. The people have spoken — nearly 75% of residents oppose a casino. That’s not divided. That’s decisive. Fairfax County is already one of Virginia’s strongest economic engines. We don’t need to gamble with a proven success story for speculative promises that don’t add up. Claims of massive tax cuts are unrealistic and unsupported by real-world casino revenue data. Fairfax County doesn’t need a casino to thrive. We need to protect our schools, our neighborhoods, our economic strength, and our right to make our own decisions. No to a Fairfax Casino.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Although the location parameters have been changed slightly from the Bill’s initial version, it is clear that the target for this casino remains the Tysons corridor. Placing a casino in Fairfax County’s Tysons corridor could divert consumer spending from existing businesses, weaken the county’s strong tax base, and threaten essential public services.

My husband and I are residents of Ashgrove Plantation, a community very near to where the unwanted casino is proposed, and we are reaching out to you regarding Senate Bill 756 asking to build a casino in Fairfax County. It should be clear by the 79% opposition in your district that the residents of Fairfax County never asked for this casino, and they do not want the casino. the residents of the Tysons area have long faced a daily nightmare of snarled traffic. With President Trump’s executive order demanding workers return to the office, traffic surrounding the casino’s activities will only multiply the problem manyfold. Further, the metro Silver Line has increased the level of crime in the Tysons area, and a casino would introduce a further significant uptick in crime. There is also substantial evidence that properties in proximity to casinos decrease in value, hence decreasing the tax revenues the county would receive from homeowners. The affected communities do not want the added traffic nightmare that would come with this casino project, we do not want to face declining property values, and we do not need an influx of additional crime. Most importantly, we do not want our national security interests compromised

I am against putting a casino in Tyson's.

75-80% of residents in Fairfax county oppose a casino. 66% of residents associated with unions opposed a casino. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes thriving economic and residential communities and destabilizes what works.

I am STRONGLY opposed to a casino in Fairfax County. It is absolutely appalling that Surovell and others who DO NOT LIVE in the Tysons/Vienna area and whose pockets are being lined by Comstock are NOT LISTENING TO US, THE CONSTITUENTS WHO LIVE HERE, when we say, WE DON'T WANT THIS AND DIDN'T ASK FOR IT! In addition: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

More than 50 years been resident in Fairfax Va, and watching all state and local politics, this is very painful to see, which part of NO, by resident is so hard to understand , the resident(tax payers) we elect you to defend us and listen to us. But for issue of so call Casino, we all shown our opposition to it, and fairfax BOS is against it, but still some leaders bring this up again and again , with not proven back up statistic to push it to us and keep few with lobbing group which they even not resident in fairfax . We all know, you all know in your heart is bad idea for family’s and kid , bottom line please. WE Do Not need CASINO!!!!! In Fairfax Do your best!!!!

regarding SB-756 please vote no. We have enough cars and people in our space. Do you wanna?

I would like to express my opposition to this bill because of Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. I urge you to kill this bill. Thank you for your consideration

The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Local officials oppose this bill - if the sponsors of this bill want a casino so bad let's put the casino in THEIR county, NOT Fairfax County.

The majority of Fairfax residents would oppose the casino if it was put to a vote on a ballot so why is it being introduced at the state level? Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; Please stay out of our county business, we are just fine.

I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because I have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits, especially for Fairfax County. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. This Proposed bill Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use, because this request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of Fairfax County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. How about listening to local community desires before pushing something the local community does NOT want, not will support.

There is no public support for this project. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda.

I strongly oppose what is an immoral attempt to impose a casino in Fairfax County. Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. This is immoral and a violation of our rights.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan.

I am strongly opposed to SB756. It is a violation of our local control and a disregard for elected leadership. Additionally, there is overwhelming local opposition to this bill. VOTE NO!

I do not support any casino being built in Virginia and definitely not in Fairfax County.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

Vote NO on SB756 I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because I have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. I ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue.

I am a Fairfax County resident and am strongly opposed to this bill for the following reasons: Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. I strongly encourage you to vote against this bill.

Dear Members of the House of Delegates: I urge you to oppose SB 756, authorizing a casino in Fairfax County, because we have deep concerns about the claimed economic and fiscal benefits. Instead of supporting communities in need, SB 756 flip-flops on past casino expansion policy and urges an inconsistent approach that undermines public trust in fair governance. We ask you to carefully consider the following key concerns before making your decision about this Bill: • It Violates Virginia’s Long-Standing Principle of Local Control Over Land Use. This request did not originate from local land use authorities, or, in its original form, even legislators representing the districts in which the proposed casino would be located. It is not part of the County’s comprehensive plan, nor have the parties behind the bill sought local engagement. By moving this legislation forward despite clear opposition from elected officials, this Bill overlooks local autonomy and the perspectives of those most directly affected. • It Represents a Blatant Disregard for Local Political Leadership. Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors opposes casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative agenda. • It Totally Ignores the Wishes of the People of Fairfax County. Multiple polls have shown that the people of Fairfax County do not want a casino. Opposition is widespread (75% opposed, county-wide) and crosses political, economic, and racial divisions. Additionally, 66% of respondents associated with unions oppose a casino. • It is a Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse. This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. • Dubious, Pie-in-the-Sky Promises. The financial claims behind this Bill are not just unverified – they’re downright fantastical. The Patron has claimed that a casino will bring substantial economic benefits to both Fairfax County and the state, but these claims remain unsubstantiated and lack independent, rigorous analysis. The outrageous claims about reducing Fairfax County real estate taxes by 10% would require annual casino revenues of approximately $4.5 billion – a figure that exceeds the performance of established venues like Maryland’s MGM National Harbor and major Las Vegas casinos by at least a factor of 3! • It Represents a Radical Departure from Virginia’s Casino Establishment Policies. The Bill would shred established precedent authorizing casino expansion into localities most in need of economic revitalization. Instead, the Patron’s Bill targets a flourishing area that generated 20% of the State’s General Fund Revenue, according to a recent report by the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. We trust in your commitment to responsible governance and the long-term prosperity of our Commonwealth. We respectfully and urgently ask that you safeguard the fiscal health of your constituents by voting ‘No’ when SB 756 comes before you. Sincerely, Jonathan DeRight

I oppose a Casino in Fairfax County. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. A casino will be a detriment to living in our county. Please do not let this move forward.

Please Vote NO on SB756 for the following reasons. 1. Violation of local control: The bill bypasses Fairfax County’s established land use authority, was not requested by local officials or residents, and contradicts the county’s comprehensive plan. 2. Disregard for elected leadership: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed casino legislation in its 2026 Legislative Agenda. 3. Public opposition: Surveys show roughly 75% of Fairfax County residents oppose a casino, cutting across demographics and political lines; 66% of residents associated with unions who were polled oppose a casino. 4. A Direct Assault on a Prosperous Economic Powerhouse: This Bill singles out one of Virginia’s most dynamic and thriving economic and residential centers and threatens to destabilize what works. Introducing casino gambling in Fairfax County jeopardizes a proven success story for speculative gains. 5. Unfounded financial claims: The bill’s promoters promise unrealistic economic benefits—such as a 10% reduction in real estate taxes—that would require casino revenues far beyond what major casinos generate. 6. Break from state precedent: Virginia’s existing casino policy limits authorizations to economically distressed localities; SB 756 instead targets a thriving region contributing around 20% of Virginia’s General Fund revenue. Thank you in advance for your empathy and consideration.