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By Sadonna Price

Alabama Revises Gambling Bill with Lottery and Tribal Compact Only

March 5, 2024

Summary: The new bill does not include sports betting or commercial casinos. The senators will consider the changes for approval. Residents may vote on the Senate plan in a special September election. Earlier this year, the Alabama House passed a measure to bring casino gambling, sports betting, and the lottery to the state. Unfortunately, the […]

By Sadonna Price

Mississippi Lawmakers Considering Coastal Casino Rule Revision

February 26, 2024

Summary: A project by RW Development has spurred the legislation. The company has secured a site near the waterfront. . SB 2780 would clarify how the Public Trust Tidelands are treated. . In Mississippi, players can access a nice selection of casino locations, most dotted along the coastline. New gaming options pop up from time […]

By Sadonna Price

Alabama House Passes Casino Legislation While Senate Short on Votes

February 21, 2024

Summary: The House passed HB151 by a 70-32 vote. The Senate needs 21 yes votes for approval. If the bill is passed, Alabama residents can vote on the measure. The Alabama House was successful in passing a constitutional amendment known as HB151 to clear the way for possible legal casinos, the lottery and sports betting […]

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IRSAC Shows Support for US Slot Jackpot Tax Report Change

February 20, 2024

Summary: The tax threshold would go from $1,200 to $5,000 for reporting. Two Representatives are behind the Shifting Limits on Thresholds Act. The IRSAC has suggested a higher threshold of $5,800. The Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (IRSAC) not only supports the Shifting Limits on Thresholds (SLOT) Act introduced by United States Representatives Guy Reschenthaler […]

By Sadonna Price

Queens Casino Employees Speak Out Against Online Gambling Bill

February 19, 2024

Summary The employees feel their jobs are at risk due to iGaming. Casino workers feel players won’t visit anymore. Senator Addabbo says he does not seek to harm his constituents. New York Senator Joe Addabbo has favored online gambling for years, having pushed for legislation in several states. This year, Addabbo is fighting yet again […]

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New Jersey Senator Introduces Slot Legislation for Racetracks

February 16, 2024

Summary: SCR14 would create an Atlantic City casino consortium to run the games. The tax rate is set at a high 50% on the new games. Larger casinos would receive a higher cut of the profits. New Jersey Senator Joe Pennacchio is back again with a bill to bring slots to the state’s horse racetracks. […]

By Sadonna Price

Alabama Gambling Bill Still On Track Despite Minor Weekend Issue

February 12, 2024

Summary: The bill would add ten casinos to the state. Rumors say the Poarch Creek Tribe wants protection for casino licensing. Issues may revolve around the location of one casino rumored to be moving to Birmingham. It seems as though gambling legislation may have a chance to pass into law in Alabama. The conservative state […]

By Sadonna Price

New Gambling Legislation Introduced by Alabama House

February 8, 2024

Summary: The bills would be major changes to the gambling landscape. The measures would need support to push past the more conservative lawmakers. Casinos would be authorized in areas with bingo-style gaming. This year seems to be the year that every state is trying to make changes to its gambling legislation. We have seen states […]

By Sadonna Price

Wyoming Legislators Introduce New iGaming Bill

February 7, 2024

Summary: Wyoming is the 6th state to have online casino legislation introduced in 2024. The bill places the Wyoming Gaming Commission in control. A minimum of five interactive gaming permits would be authorized. This year seems to be open to online casino gaming by states that we would never expect. Several states have already introduced […]

By Sadonna Price

Senator Kouchi Introduces Online Gambling Bill in Hawaii

February 2, 2024

Summary: Revenues would go towards the wildfire relief fund. A Hawaii Gaming Control Commission would be created. The tax framework seeks to also deal with illegal gambling activity. Hawaii may be a conservative state regarding gambling, but that hasn’t stopped one senator from trying to introduce legislation. This week, Senator Ronald D. Kouchi announced Senate […]