It seems that Kansas legislators were smart not to rush into making changes in the state’s new gambling laws.

When plans fell through for three out of the four approved casino sites in the state last year, there was considerable concern that the state might be driving too hard a bargain with potential casino operators. That concern proved to be unfounded when multiple applications were filed for each of two Kansas sites by last week’s deadline.

A casino already is under development at Dodge City, and competition from a casino just across the Oklahoma border still is dampening enthusiasm for a southeast Kansas casino, but sites in Wyandotte County and in south-central Kansas each have three potential contractors. That level of interest indicates that any problems with the state law must not be insurmountable.

Nonetheless, some issues remain, and a bill that would address those issues still may be considered when legislators return for their wrap-up session April 27. One provision of the bill would be aimed at encouraging slot machines at horse and dog tracks in the state by raising the tracks’ take from the machines.

The bill also would address a provision in the gambling law that requires background checks for even minor owners in companies that supply gaming equipment like slot machines to Kansas casinos. Although Dodge City developers have said the provision could stall the opening of that casino, the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission is working on ways to get around the provision without changing the law.

Some legislators are vehemently opposed to attempting any such changes this session. Reopening the gambling discussion could result in terms that are more favorable for gambling operators — or it could produce terms that are far worse or even a move to repeal the law entirely.

Six developers competing for two new casinos in the state indicates that the current state law doesn’t pose too many obstacles. If those plans go forward, Kansans may decide they supply as many gaming opportunities as the state wants or can support.

At least for now, the state’s best strategy is to stand pat.