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Georgia Sports Betting Bill to Receive Senate Vote, Statute Would Circumvent Referendum
Sports betting in Georgia remains illegal, but that could soon change now that a state Senate committee has approved a measure that would c…
New mobile sports gambling legislation expected this week in North Carolina House
Supporters expect to introduce legislation this week to legalize online sports gambling in North Carolina. A similar effort failed in the N…
Georgia State Senate committee OKs sports betting bill
ATLANTA – A Georgia Senate committee approved a sports betting bill late Monday with little discussion.
The Senate Economic Development Co…
U.S. sports betting: Here's where all 50 states stand on legalizing sports gambling, site mobile bets
More than half the country has begun the process of legalizing sports betting
With over 30 states now offering some form of legal USA spor…
New York state sen. Joseph Addabbo introduces bill BILL S4856 to legalize online casino games
New York state Sen. Joseph Addabbo introduced on Wednesday bill S4856, which seeks to legalize online casino gaming, including slots, table…
Georgia lawmaker introduces bill to legalize mobile sports betting
House Bill 380, the "Georgia Lottery Game of Sports Betting Act," would authorize the Georgia Lottery Corp. to operate and regulate sports…
Lawmaker proposes Nevada lottery to help fund youth mental health programs
- A lawmaker in Nevada has proposed a state lottery that would help fund mental health programs for youth in the state.
Assemblyman CH Mi…
Lawmaker behind "Minnesota Sports Betting Act" touts millions in annual revenue projected for state
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The NFL season wrapped up Sunday, and that meant some Minnesotans were winners and others were losers.
The American Gamb…
Maryland iGaming Bill Would Ask State Voters If They Want Online Casinos
Maryland online sportsbooks debuted their operations in November. Just two months later, at least two state senators say it’s time to furth…
Texas Republican Legislator Introduces Bill Enabling Casinos, Sports Gambling
A Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives has introduced a bill that would pave the way for limited gaming properties in th…
Sports wagering in Missouri making another run at Capitol
Illinois and Kansas may be benefiting from Missouri's hesitation to legalize sports wagering.
There are currently six bills in the Missour…
The regulation of gaming and betting in Brazil, under discussion in the National Congress and expected to happen in 2023
Bipartisan legislation would allow up to 18 online sportsbooks with nine awarded to sports franchises in the state
The regulation of gamin…
New Hampshire Reveals Online Gaming and Poker Bill
The state is back, though, with a strong online gaming bill introduced in January 2023. It’s a bipartisan bill starting off in the Senate…
Vermont Sports Betting Bill Introduced to Allow Online Wagering
Vermont sports betting is one step closer to becoming legal in the Green Mountain State. That’s after legislation to authorize such gamblin…
Legalized sports betting, horse racing quick out of the gate as Georgia Senate readies opening bid
A Georgia Senate committee is expected to consider a bill next week that opens the door to legalized online sports betting.
Republican Sen…
New York’s restaurants want a share of the jackpot their state is collecting from on-site gambling
The industry wants the state to make eating and drinking places eligible for gambling licenses. Officials cite the $1.4 million a D.C. spor…
Pennsylvania Considers Allowing Esports Gambling
Pennsylvania is one of the leading sports betting states, with nearly $19 billion in hane since wagering on sports launched in November 201…
Outlook murky for Alabama lottery, casino bill this year
A state senator who has sponsored bills for a lottery, casinos, sports betting, and a gambling regulatory board for Alabama said he plans t…
Indiana iGaming Expansion Bill Would Allow Multi-State Poker
HB 1536 authorizes Indiana regulators to join a compact like the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA) to support online poker. The…
Liechtenstein to vote on casino ban
ZURICH, Jan 20 (Reuters) - Liechtenstein is renowned for its Alpine scenery and historic castles, but the tiny principality also punches ab…
A workaround could help Georgia sports betting bill get traction
The bill would be easier to pass if there's no constitutional amendment required, backers say
ATLANTA — Backers of legalized sports bettin…
Matt Bell, president and CEO of the Casino Association of Indiana: Editorial: Online gambling raises concerns
Matt Bell, president and chief executive officer of the Casino Association of Indiana, says the time has come for state lawmakers to clear…
NY Sen. Addabbo says he's drafting legislation to legalize mobile casino games
New York legislators have taken the first step toward legalizing online table games in the Empire State.
Assemblyman J. Gary Pretlow intro…
Texas House speaker willing to expand gambling through destination-style casinos
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan said he is open to bringing resort-style casinos to the state. In a brief interview with reporters on Thurs…
North Dakota House passes legislation to legalize sports betting
The North Dakota House on Thursday approved legislation that would legalize sports betting in the state, sending the proposal to the state…
Bill introduced in Frankfort would legalize sports betting in Kentucky
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Sports betting is back on the table in Kentucky in the new year.
A bill introduced Thursday in Frankfort would l…
Racino operators may bid big to open casinos in New York City
Racino operators at Aqueduct and Yonkers were expected to put in bids of at least $500 million each to try to win the right to open any of…