The Ohio Lottery Commission has announced new rules that allow for the integration of slot machines into the state's seven horse racing tracks. Members voted unanimously for the new slot machine rules which are set to come into fruition in the coming months.

The rules include: Separating the slot machines from the racing wagering areas. "o Allowing tracks to operate slot machines 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "o Requiring all players to be at least 18 years old. "o Requiring each track to spend $80 million on improvements, including $20 million during the first year. "o Requiring tracks to provide educational materials on gambling addiction and to offer a program for problem gamblers. "o Requiring tracks to monitor the slot machines through a closed circuit television system..."

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