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By Sadonna Price

Virginia Moves Closer to Bringing New Casinos to the State

January 25, 2024

Summary: Richmond appears to be off the table for a new casino site. Petersburg is still under consideration as a possible home. Lawmakers quickly pushed the bills through the Senate committee. Lawmakers in Virginia met this week to discuss gambling bills that will bring new casinos to the state. The Senate General Laws and Technology […]

By Sadonna Price

New Mississippi Proposal Would Require Child Support Payments from Casino Winnings

January 24, 2024

Summary: Payments would be held if individuals are behind on child support. State records could be checked for unpaid support payments. The bill covers only bigger casino winnings. Parents who are behind on child support may be forced to pay up if they earn a big win at Mississippi casinos. Senator Walter Michel introduced a […]

By Sadonna Price

Rhode Island Announces iGaming Launch Set for March 1

January 23, 2024

Summary: The Rhode Island Department of Revenue confirmed the launch date. The Lottery is responsible for regulating the new industry. Bally’s Corporation will be the only online operator. Online gambling is finally coming to Rhode Island! The state has plans to launch iGaming in March, with the first of the month signaling the start date. […]

By Sadonna Price

Michigan Gaming Regulators Working to Shut Down Illegal iGaming Sites

January 22, 2024

Summary: PredictionStrike Inc., Sweepstakes Limited, and VGW LuckyLand, Inc. are affected. Letters were sent late last year, and regulators want services shut down. Operators are skirting the law and subject to several violations. For months, it has been rumored that Michigan gaming officials are shutting down sweepstakes gaming sites based on gambling laws. Now, it […]

By Sadonna Price

New York Governor Leaves Online Casino Gaming from 2025 Budget

January 18, 2024

Summary: The decision hurts Senator Joseph Addabbo’s chances of passing Bill S8185. Governor Hochul did the same thing last year regarding iGaming and the budget. The bill now lacks the governor’s support, which means it’s a long shot for passage. New York Governor Kathy Hochul seems to have a vendetta against online casino gaming. The […]

By Sadonna Price

Maryland Voter Poll Indicates Desire for Online Casino Gaming

December 4, 2023

Summary: Over 75% of polled voters said they would approve iGaming. Senate Bill 267 would allow voters to have their say on the matter. Services could launch as early as June 2025 if approved. Online sports betting was launched in Maryland in 2022 and players have taken to the activity, spending millions on their favorite […]

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Lake of the Ozarks Casino Plan Moves Forward

November 29, 2023

Summary: Voters must amend the constitution to bring a casino to the area. One of four petitions is on the table. At least 170,000 signatures are needed for the bill to become law. An effort has been in the works for quite some time to bring a Missouri casino to the Lake of the Ozarks. […]

By Sadonna Price

New York Mayor Proposes Zoning Changes for Casinos

November 28, 2023

Summary: The proposal opens licensing to manufacturing districts. There are no restrictions on the size of the venues. The proposal also includes allowing related construction like dining and hotels. New York Mayor Eric Adams is proposing changes to the zoning process for casinos in New York City, opening up the options to a wider area […]

By Sadonna Price

Las Vegas Strip Properties to Finalize Union Agreements

November 22, 2023

Summary: 40,000 hospitality employees will take part in the ratification votes for contracts. Caesars employees were 99% in favor of the new deal. Total compensation on offer is $2 billion over five years. A strike has been imminent in Las Vegas as MGM Resorts International, Wynn Encore Resort, and Caesars Entertainment have discussed a new […]

By Sadonna Price

Two of Three Detroit Casinos End Employee Strike

November 20, 2023

Summary: MotorCity Casino and Hollywood Casino Greektown sign new five-year agreements. MGM Grand voted down the agreement and stays on strike. Vote tallies have not been released to the public by the Detroit Casino Council. Detroit casinos have been on strike for quite some time as casinos and unionized employees have been unable to come […]