A "commercial casino" refers to a type of casino that is operated as a business or for-profit enterprise. It is different from other types of casinos that may be run by governments or Native American tribes for different purposes. Full definition
The poll sought the opinions of voters in the regions designated for commercial casino expansion, ranging from their expectations for the benefits of casino gambling to their concerns over the potential downsides. (nystateofpolitics.com)
Lawmakers also approved a measure that would boost training for people to recognize human trafficking when it occurs, including programs for employees at commercial casino gaming facilities. (nystateofpolitics.com)
That fall, the tribes stayed out of any efforts to block Cuomo's 2013 statewide referendum campaign to legalize seven new commercial casinos in New York, three of which have opened in the past couple months. (buffalonews.com)