Southfield (WWJ) — Those who like to go to the track in Michigan could soon have more to bet on than just the ponies.

Speaking live on WWJ Thursday morning, Governor Granholm says talks are underway to allow racetracks to add a pull tabs lottery system, slot machines or other gambling to their offerings.

The idea is being discussed as a way to raise revenue and offset a projected 1.8 billion dollar budget deficit.

“It’s not on paper yet, it’s a concept and it’s being floated, I support it, but there’s alot of work that has to be done,” Granholm said Thursday.

Listen to the interview.

Wednesday Governor Granholm told WWJ Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick it would be a “wise move” if it allowed for revenue to keeping college affordable, No Worker Left Behind and scholarships

The racing industry has been looking to expand gambling at tracks as a way to stay in business.

The governor says any plan to increase gambling would have to be approved by Michigan voters.