The Las Vegas Sands is reportedly leading the charge in a move to expand gambling in Texas by constructing a resort-style casino in the state. While discussions are still in the preliminary stages, the casino company’s interest in expanding its operations to Texas is significant, given that the state has long been viewed as a bastion of conservative values that are traditionally not very receptive to gambling. The move is not entirely surprising, however, as Las Vegas Sands has been exploring options for expanding its operations beyond its traditional base in Las Vegas for some time now. The company has…