New York Sweeps Casino Ban Sent to Gov. Hochul as Deadline Nears
A bill banning online sweepstakes casinos is now on Gov. Hochul’s desk, with a Dec. 31 deadline to sign or veto.
Posted on: December 4, 2025 |
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California Bans Sweepstakes Casinos with AB 831: What It Means for Players & Operators
California’s new law, AB 831, signed by Governor Newsom, bans sweepstakes casinos starting January 1, 2026, closing a loophole to protect tribal gaming rights and ensure consumer safety.
Posted on: October 14, 2025 |
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Pennsylvania Senators Float New Skill Game Plan With Monthly Fees
Pennsylvania lawmakers are debating two competing approaches to regulating skill games — one with a flat monthly fee, another with a high tax.
Posted on: August 18, 2025 |
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MGM and Caesars Expect $300M in Tax Savings Via One Big Beautiful Bill
The "One Big Beautiful Bill," is set to provide over $300 million in tax savings for casino giants like MGM and Caesars, while its controversial cap on gambling loss deductions sparks an outcry from professional gamblers.
Posted on: August 6, 2025 |
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Opposes Online Casino Legalization Amid Lawmaker Push for iGaming
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine this week voiced strong opposition to legalizing online casinos, citing addiction concerns.
Posted on: July 24, 2025 |
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Gambling Tax Showdown: FAIR BET Act Challenges Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Over Loss Deduction
Discover how the FAIR BET Act, led by Rep. Dina Titus, aims to overturn elements of President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which limits gambling loss deductions.
Posted on: July 9, 2025 |
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8 Casino Giants Compete for Downstate New York Licenses as $4.4B Market Opens Up
Eight major casino operators—including Caesars, MGM, and Hard Rock—are vying for downstate New York licenses. Here's what's next in the $4.4B market race.
Posted on: June 30, 2025 |
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New York Bill to Ban Online Sweepstakes Hits Governor’s Desk
New York may soon ban sweepstakes casinos, with steep fines and criminal charges on deck. One signature from Hochul could seal the deal.
Posted on: June 20, 2025 |
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Maine Online Casino Bill Clears Senate, But Legal iGaming Still a Long Way Off
Maine’s online casino bill, LD 1164, advances with tribal exclusivity. Here’s what it means for players, sweepstakes sites, and the state’s gambling future.
Posted on: June 17, 2025 |
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Massachusetts Online Casino Hearings Set for June 23: Lawmakers Eye Legal iGaming
Massachusetts lawmakers are finally taking online casinos seriously. On June 23, they’ll debate bills to legalize iGaming, grant licenses, and set a 20% tax rate—just as pressure builds from neighboring states. Here’s what’s at stake and who’s pushing back.
Posted on: June 17, 2025 |
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