The Mississippi House of Representatives has passed the Mississippi Mobile Sports Wagering Act (HB 4074), advancing the proposal to the state Senate for consideration. The bill would authorize mobile sports betting statewide and adjust existing gaming tax rates, marking the latest legislative effort to legalize online wagering in Mississippi. Lawmakers approved the measure in a 100–11 vote on Wednesday morning. Under the proposal, online sports betting revenue would be taxed … Michigan’s iGaming market has experienced steady year‑over‑year revenue growth, and FanDuel Casino remains one of the clearest examples of that trend. In 2025, the operator surpassed longtime market leader BetMGM by generating $817.1 million in revenue, compared with BetMGM’s $782.5 million. This followed FanDuel’s $614.6 million total in 2024, showing a sustained upward pattern. In January 2026, FanDuel reported $73.3 million in online casino revenue, nearly $8 million ahead of … FanDuel and DraftKings online sportsbooks are getting ready to start taking bets from Arkansas sports bettors. Just to be clear, this is not a new market launch. Legal sports betting actually launched in the Natural State more than three years ago. Up until now, the Arkansas sports betting market has not included any national brands. DraftKings released its official announcement Thursday afternoon, including that the brand will partner with Southland … New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Valve, the developer behind major Steam titles, claiming the company’s use of randomized loot boxes promotes illegal gambling within popular games such as Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2. According to the lawsuit, these systems require users to pay for the chance to win rare digital items, a process critics say resembles a slot machine due to animated spinning wheels … Maine’s Joint Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs recently advanced a bill, LD 2007, that would make it unlawful to operate or promote online sweepstakes games that mimic casino gambling by using dual-currency systems. Penalties include fines of $10,000 to $100,000. The committee also pushed forward a related measure, LD 2080, to ban the use of credit cards for sports betting deposits. Maine lawmakers are seeking to ban sweepstakes casinos … Hawaii officials appear set to maintain the state’s longstanding prohibition on gambling for at least another year, as multiple bills aimed at expanding gaming options have stalled in the 2026 legislative session. Proposals involving casinos, a state lottery, cruise‑ship gambling, and prediction markets all failed to advance past early committee deadlines this year. Lawmakers did move numerous fiscal and policy measures forward, but none of the primary gambling bills cleared … As Virginia continues making significant strides toward legalizing iGaming, the sweepstakes casino industry, or what the Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) refers to as Social Plus games, could be getting banned. Before that happens, the organization has proposed a different economic model highlighting how the industry could generate more than $30 million in new annual revenue for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The SGLA release notes that the report, conducted by … Tennessee lawmakers are advancing new legislation to tighten restrictions on online sweepstakes casinos. Senate Bill 2136 (SB2136) cleared a Senate committee this week. The proposal seeks to strengthen enforcement authority on sweepstakes casinos. SB2136 would prohibit platforms from using virtual currency. This doesn’t matter if it’s purchased, awarded as a bonus, or provided as an add-on to another currency. If this virtual currency can be exchanged for cash prizes, it … Washington lawmakers are reviewing proposed changes to the state’s sports betting framework that could expand wagering options and adjust existing restrictions. The legislation, SB 6137 would permit betting on in-state college teams, while still prohibiting player prop bets involving in-state athletes. It also aims to modify current rules limiting online wagering to specific tribal casino partnerships, potentially allowing broader access for bettors physically located on tribal lands. The proposal is … Pennsylvania’s online sports betting handle fell nearly 10% year over year to $747.8 million in January, according to newly released figures from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. The decline contrasts sharply with the same period in 2025, when the state recorded $830.4 million in wagers amid the Philadelphia Eagles’ run to the Super Bowl. This year, the Eagles were eliminated early in the wild-card round by the San Francisco 49ers. … Indiana’s ongoing debate over casino expansion is set to reach a critical point this week as the State Senate prepares to vote on House Bill 1038. The bill advanced to a third reading after lawmakers added an amendment that would allow a new casino to be placed, though not necessarily relocated, in northeast Indiana. The measure comes after a year of heightened discussion around whether the region should host a … Illinois lawmakers are moving quickly to overturn Chicago’s new wagering tax, setting up the latest clash over how the state regulates and taxes sports betting. Just weeks after the city’s 10.25% tax on wagers took effect, a bill advancing in Springfield would bar any local government from imposing taxes on state-regulated gaming operators. The proposal signals growing concern among legislators that allowing municipalities to layer on their own tax policies …
Mississippi HB 4074 Advances to Senate
Michigan Online Casino Revenue Trends Show Clear Gains Across Leading Operators
Arkansas Racing Commission Approves DraftKings, FanDuel Online Sportsbooks
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Bill Gelman
New York Attorney General Sues Valve Over Alleged Illegal Gambling Features
Maine Advances Two Bills: Sweepstakes Casino Ban and Ban on Credit Card Deposits
Hawaii Holds Off On Gambling Expansion Amid Legislative Priorities
SGLA Urging Virginia Lawmakers To Consider Alternative Sweepstakes Casino Legislation
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Bill Gelman
Tennessee SB 2136 Moves Forward in Sweepstakes Casino Crackdown
Washington Could Expand In-State College Sports Betting
Pennsylvania Sports Betting Revenue Climbs Despite Eagles’ Early Playoff Exit
Indiana Weighs Casino Proposal As Senate Vote Approaches
lllinois Lawmakers Advance Bill to Block Chicago Sports Betting Tax
Indiana lawmakers have advanced House Bill 1052 (HB 1052), with the Senate approving an amended version by a 37-8 vote and returning it to the House for concurrence. Concurrence is the process in which the original chamber agrees to changes made by the other chamber before a bill can move forward. The legislation targets a ban on online sweepstakes casinos and outlines penalties for those who continue to operate within … The possibility of Maine banning sweepstakes casinos moved another step closer to becoming a reality. The Maine Joint Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs held a work session on February 18 regarding Legislative Document 2007 that advanced by an 8-2 vote. This sends the legislation back to the full Senate for the next stage of consideration. The Maine anti-sweepstakes casino bill, which was filed on December 3, targets dual-currency sweeps … Florida House Bill 189 has cleared its final committee review, advancing to the full House without a scheduled vote as the March 13 legislative deadline approaches. The bill passed the Commerce Committee 18–5 and represents one of the most extensive gambling oversight proposals the state has considered in recent years. Sponsored by Rep. Dana Trabulsy, the legislation aims to tighten enforcement against illegal gambling while updating regulatory definitions to match … Caesars Entertainment has launched Ca$hline as its first proprietary online slot title. The three-reel stepper comes from Empire Creative, which is the company’s in-house game development studio. For now, the game is exclusive to New Jersey online casino players via Caesars Palace Online Casino, Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, and Horseshoe Online Casino. Ca$hline is Empire Creative’s first original slot title. It joins Signature Blackjack, Signature American Roulette, and Signature Baccarat … 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 $572.5 million in bets during the week ending on Super …
Indiana HB 1052 Advances, Nearing Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos
Maine Sweepstakes Casino Ban Remains In Play Following Joint Committee Vote
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Bill Gelman
Florida’s HB 189 Advances as State Weighs Major Online Gambling Reforms
Ca$hline, Caesars Entertainment’s First Proprietary Online Slot, Now Live In NJ
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Bill Gelman
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 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 … 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 …
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 Sportsbook & Casino Implementing No Credit Card Deposit Policy
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Bill Gelman
