Rush Street Interactive (RSI) signaled that it may expand BetRivers’ minimum wager policy beyond Illinois. During its fourth-quarter earnings call, the company noted that Illinois’ per-wager fee prompted BetRivers to increase its minimum bet from $1 to $5 in that market. Executives indicated similar adjustments could be implemented in other states if tax structures make low-dollar wagers less sustainable for operators. Illinois is not alone in revising sports betting tax … New Jersey online casinos have started 2026 strong as the sector reported $258.9 million in January revenue. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement report shows that the sector is up 16.8% from the $221.6 million earned in January 2025. This marks the third-straight month that Garden State iGaming outperformed Atlantic City’s nine casinos. Gaming revenue from slots and table games was $213.3 million, up only 1.6% from the same … Virginia lawmakers have taken a significant step toward legalizing online casino gaming by advancing two key pieces of legislation. On a second vote, the Senate approved Senate Bill 118 (SB 118) after it previously failed. The House also passed House Bill 161 (HB 161) following a revote. Together, the bills would authorize regulated online casino operations overseen by the Virginia Lottery and allow licensed providers to offer real-money iGaming under … Alabama’s longstanding debate over gambling is resurfacing as lawmakers bring forward new proposals aimed at creating a state lottery and expanding regulated wagering options. Representatives Phillip Ensler and Kelvin Lawrence are among those leading the renewed effort, arguing that Alabama continues to lose revenue to neighboring states where residents routinely buy lottery tickets or engage in legal gambling. Their separate proposals include the Clean Lottery Act, a constitutional amendment that … The long‑standing prohibition on wagering involving Washington’s own college programs may soon change following a decisive 41–8 vote in the state Senate. The measure, Senate Bill 6137, would permit bets on in‑state college teams as long as those wagers occur in person at tribal casinos. The Senate’s action sends the bill to the House for further consideration. For years, Washington residents could bet on college sports generally but were restricted … Maryland lawmakers are once again considering legislation to legalize online casino gaming, this time through Senate Bill 885. The proposal, sponsored by Sen. Ron Watson, would put the question of iGaming before voters in a statewide 2026 referendum while embedding new labor protections, licensing provisions, and economic impact measures in the state’s gaming regulatory framework. SB 885 would place the legalization of online casino gaming before Maryland voters in a … A recent federal decision has clarified the legal status of video lottery terminals (VLTs) operating in Missouri convenience stores, bars, gas stations, and restaurants. According to the ruling, the machines meet the statutory definition of gambling devices and are therefore unlawful when located outside licensed casinos. This determination stems from a 25‑page opinion by U.S. District Judge John Ross, who concluded that the popular “no‑chance” slot‑style devices fall squarely within … New York’s online sportsbooks reported a year-over-year increase in wagering during Super Bowl week, with total bets surpassing $570 million. While overall handle increased compared with last year, operator revenue declined, reflecting a lower hold percentage. According to figures released by the New York State Gaming Commission on February 13th, New York’s eight licensed mobile operators combined to take in $572.5 million in bets during the week ending on Super … Pennsylvania sportsbooks reported a significant downturn in wagering for the 2026 Super Bowl, with total bets falling to $59.3 million. That figure reflects a 41.6% decline from the previous year, when wagers exceeded $101.5 million, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Industry analysts note that the absence of a home-state team likely contributed to the reduced betting engagement. In 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles appeared in the championship, driving … South Dakota might have legal sports betting, but placing a bet requires visiting a retail sportsbook located inside one of the Deadwood casinos. Lawmakers from the Mount Rushmore State are attempting to add statewide mobile sports betting apps to the current landscape. Senate Joint Resolution 504 proposes amending the South Dakota Constitution to allow sports wagering via a mobile or electronic platform. The Senate has voted 23-10 in favor of … Maryland lawmakers are reviewing legislation that would tighten regulations on the state’s sports betting industry. The proposal, filed as House Bill 518 (HB 518), was recently discussed in a legislative hearing and is now under committee consideration. HB 518 includes a ban on certain prop bets, specifically targeting college player prop wagers. Under the bill, sportsbooks would no longer be permitted to offer betting markets tied to individual college athletes. … Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proposed a package of tax increases projected to generate nearly $800 million annually to help fund the state’s Medicaid program as federal support faces uncertainty. Part of the plan is targeted on gambling, including higher online casino taxes and new per-bet sports wagering fees. Whitmer’s plan would increase taxes on Michigan’s iGaming industry, drawing comparisons to recent changes enacted in Illinois that introduced a per-wager …
BetRivers May Raise Minimum Bets Amid Rising State Taxes
New Jersey’s iGaming Market Earns Nearly $259M For January
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Bill Gelman
Virginia Senate Advances SB 118 & HB 161 to Legalize Online Casinos
Alabama Moves Cautiously Toward Lottery and Gambling Expansion
Washington Senate Vote Moves In‑State College Betting Closer to Legalization
Maryland SB 885 Would Put Online Casinos Before Voters
Missouri Video Slot Machines Deemed Illegal After Federal Ruling
New York Super Bowl Betting Handle Hits $572.5M
Pennsylvania Super Bowl Betting Revenue Rebounds Despite Sharp Drop in Wagers
Will South Dakota Voters Get A Say Regarding Mobile Sports Betting?
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Bill Gelman
Maryland HB 518 Targets More Restrictions on Sports Betting
Whitmer Targets iGaming in $800M Tax Plan
FanDuel is joining the list of online casino and sportsbook operators that no longer accept credit card deposits. Users who visit the FanDuel website will see the following message at the top of the page: “Starting on March 2, 2026, FanDuel will no longer offer U.S. credit card deposits on Sportsbook, Casino, and FanDuel Racing. This includes credit cards connected through Venmo, PayPal, and Apple Pay. You can connect your … A new statewide survey released this week indicates that Colorado voters show limited interest in legalizing online casinos, even as other digital gambling formats continue to expand. According to the poll commissioned by the National Association Against iGaming, roughly 80% of voters oppose allowing online casino gambling through legislation or ballot measure. This opposition was broad, spanning party lines and demographic groups, and intensified after voters were informed about how … Problem‑gambling advocates are warning Nebraska lawmakers that the state’s limited treatment budget and small provider network would be overrun if online betting launches statewide. They argue that 24/7 mobile access typically drives a faster onset of harm and more people seeking help than land‑based gambling alone. Those concerns come as policymakers weigh measures to put mobile sports betting before voters and to establish a regulatory framework tied to racetracks. Proponents … Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has proposed a significant increase to the state’s sports betting tax as part of her fiscal year 2027 budget plan. The proposal would raise the tax rate on certain sportsbook operators, with the goal of generating additional funding to support the state budget. The measure is expected to face legislative debate in the Republican-controlled state legislature. Hobbs introduced a $17.7 billion budget plan that calls for … The Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Issues Commission (SAIC) is speaking out regarding the current status of player proposition bets in college athletics. It came in the form of a three-page letter to NCAA President Charlie Baker urging the NCAA to make significant changes to prop betting rules. The letter reinforces the Big Ten Conference’s unwavering commitment to protecting the well-being and safety of student-athletes across all 18 campuses, and the … Florida lawmakers moved a broad gambling package one step closer to a floor vote, advancing HB 189 out of the House Commerce Committee on an 18–5 tally. The measure creates new felonies tied to sports betting integrity—most notably making it a crime to wager when a bettor knows a contest is fixed—while elevating penalties for illegal slot-machine operations. Sponsor Rep. Dana Trabulsy positioned the bill as both a public‑safety and … New Jersey legislators have unveiled four new bills intended to strengthen responsible gambling protections across online sportsbooks and casinos. The proposals arrive at a moment when online wagering continues to expand in popularity, prompting greater scrutiny from regulators and policymakers. According to the bill summaries, each measure addresses a different component of consumer protection, from marketing practices to payment methods. Two of the bills directly (NJ S3401 and S3419) target … South Carolina’s most recent attempt to authorize a commercial casino along the Interstate 95 corridor has effectively collapsed after Governor Henry McMaster reiterated his refusal to support gambling expansion. According to reporting from PlayUSA, the bipartisan proposal—which aimed to stimulate economic development in a deeply impoverished region—was considered dead on arrival largely because it lacked the backing of the governor. The plan centered on a proposed casino site in Orangeburg … Nevada sportsbooks generated $133.8 million in wagers on the Super Bowl, the state’s lowest handle for the event since Super Bowl 50 in 2016, when betting totaled $132.5 million. The decline reflects a broader shift in sports betting, as wagering activity continues to spread across an expanding number of legal markets nationwide. The decline in Nevada’s Super Bowl betting handle comes as legal sports betting becomes increasingly accessible across the … The Mississippi Senate has approved legislation aimed at prohibiting sweepstakes casinos, marking a renewed effort by lawmakers to clamp down on digital gambling platforms in a state without legalized iGaming. The bill now advances to the House, where its fate will be decided amid broader debates over the future of online gambling in Mississippi. Senate Bill 2104, which cleared the Senate without opposition, targets online sweepstakes casinos and similar digital … The New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) has urged professional sports leagues participating in the state’s legal sports betting market to formally raise any concerns about wagering integrity. The move comes amid increased scrutiny of certain bet types, as regulators emphasize that leagues have existing avenues to request restrictions but have not yet done so. In a formal letter sent to professional sports leagues, the New York State Gaming Commission … Illinois lawmakers are reopening discussions around legalizing online casino gaming, reviving a debate that has surfaced repeatedly in recent legislative sessions. The latest proposal would allow iGaming in addition to the state’s existing sports betting framework. The renewed effort to legalize online casino gaming is being led by Edgar González Jr., who has filed House Bill 4797 to establish a formal framework for iGaming in Illinois. The proposal, titled the …
FanDuel Sportsbook & Casino Implementing No Credit Card Deposit Policy
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Bill Gelman
Colorado Voters Show Reluctance Toward Expanding Online Casino Gambling
Nebraska Faces Budget Strain As Online Gambling Debate Accelerates
Arizona Sports Betting Tax Could Rise to 45% Under New Budget
Big Ten Conference SAIC Voices Concerns Over Negative Impact Of College Player Prop Bets
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Bill Gelman
Florida Advances Wide-Ranging Gambling Bill Aimed at Betting Integrity
New Jersey Introduces New Responsible Gambling Reform Bills
South Carolina Governor’s Opposition Leaves Casino Bill Without a Path Forward
Nevada Super Bowl Betting Handle Hits 10-Year Low
Mississippi Senate Passes Bill to Ban Online Sweepstakes Gaming
NY Gaming Commission Urges Leagues to Address Sports Betting Integrity
Illinois Reconsiders iGaming Legalization With House Bill 4797
A federal class action lawsuit filed in the Southern District of Ohio claims that sweepstakes casino Stake.us is operating as an illegal online casino under state gambling law. The suit, led by plaintiff Brenda Krivatch, argues that the platform misrepresented itself as a “legal sweepstakes” site, giving players the impression that its operations were permitted within the state. In reality, the filing states, Stake.us lacked the necessary licenses and did … Virginia lawmakers are advancing major gambling legislation that could reshape both the online casino and sweeps gaming markets. The renewed effort follows months of stalled progress, but recent committee votes in both chambers signal a growing appetite for a regulated iGaming framework. A Senate committee advanced SB 118 with a 9–6 vote, reviving the bill after prior setbacks and prompting renewed debate on consumer protections and industry oversight. Supporters of … The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has been extremely busy this week after issuing more than 60 cease-and-desist letters to entities allegedly operating illegal online casino and online sweepstakes gaming platforms in the Prairie State. The news was announced on Thursday afternoon and done in coordination with the Illinois Attorney General’s office. Each operator is being demanded to immediately block Illinois residents from accessing their internet sites or discontinue offering prizes … Missouri regulators have declined to prohibit prop bets on individual college athletes, pushing back against calls from the NCAA following a series of high-profile gambling scandals. The decision by the Missouri Gaming Commission comes as the state’s newly launched sports betting market continues to take shape, with officials signaling a preference to gather more data before making additional rule changes in Missouri. The NCAA has argued that wagers tied to … Indiana lawmakers have pushed House Bill 1052 forward with an 87–11 vote, positioning the state one step closer to banning online sweepstakes casinos. The bill, which targets online games that mimic traditional gambling while using dual‑currency or multi‑currency systems, now heads to the Senate for committee assignment. Originally drafted to criminalize sweepstakes operators, HB 1052 was amended during House Public Policy Committee discussions to downgrade violations to civil penalties. Lawmakers …
Ohio Class Action Lawsuit Accuses Stake.us of Operating an Illegal Sweepstakes Casino
Virginia Advances Major iGaming Bill Reshaping Online Casino and Sweeps Landscape
Illinois Gaming Board Sends 60-Plus Cease-And-Desist Letters To Illegal Sweepstakes Casino Operators
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Bill Gelman
Missouri Regulators Reject NCAA Push to Ban College Player Props
Indiana Makes Major Step Toward Banning Sweepstakes Casinos
