. >> dee hodges is the president of the taxpayer association. >> taxpayers have been swindled in the name of more money for education. last taxwhat the plavi increase is for. >> the bill would generate a lot of money for the stake might create jobs, and make maryland competitive with states that have gambling. lawmakers have expressed their disdain for the bill and the fact a special session is being called. boaters are torn on the issue of expanded gambling. how would you vote? >> i would vote no. >> gambling is the way to get revenue as long as they put the money toward education and things like that. i am all in favor. >> the special session will be kicked off at 11:30 a.m. and is expected to head to the house on friday. it could end up on the ballot in november giving voters a final say. >> also on this scheduled session, legislation to redress a recent court ruling on pit bulls. urging lawmakers to pass legislation to reverse the decision by the maryland court of appeals. making owners liable for tax. activists want dangerous dog legislation to be based on behavior. >> state and