$3.5M Spent By Comstock Holdings To Advance Tysons Casino Bill
Comstock Holdings has spent over $3.5 million on lobbying and contributions to support its casino legislation in Virginia.Summary
Comstock Holding Companies has invested more than $3.5 million in lobbying and political contributions to advance its casino legislation in the Virginia General Assembly. Recent changes to the bill, passed by the Virginia Senate, would allow a temporary casino to operate for five years without local control and specifically designate Tysons as the casino's location. Since 2023, Comstock Holdings has spent $3,514,504.31, with significant contributions from Comstock Hospitality Holdings, Building a Remarkable Virginia PAC, and CEO Chris Clemente. The bill now requires passage by the Virginia House of Delegates and submission to Governor Abigail Spanberger before the end of the legislative session. The company has also spent $552,612.31 on lobbyists in 2024 and 2025, with further disclosures expected from ten registered lobbyists.
(Source：Joliet, IL Patch)