Virginia lawmakers are attempting to resolve key differences between two competing online casino bills, with just days remaining before the legislative session expires on March 14. Both chambers of the General Assembly passed their own versions of online casino legislation but rejected the opposing chamber’s proposal, resulting in a conference committee tasked with developing a unified bill. The six‑member committee—three delegates and three senators—must agree on compromise language before the … New Jersey legislators are advancing a proposal that would significantly restrict how online casinos and sportsbooks communicate with customers. Senate Bill 3401, introduced by Sen. Andrew Zwicker, would ban operators from sending push notifications or text messages that encourage wagering or depositing when the app is not open. The prohibition applies to all licensed online gambling entities in the state, including Atlantic City casinos and retail sportsbooks. Violations could lead … Mississippi’s bid to authorize statewide mobile sports betting is over for this session. After clearing the House, the latest proposal—carried primarily through HB 1581 and then HB 4074—died without a Senate committee vote by the March 3 deadline, repeating the same chamber split seen in 2025. HB 1581 passed the House 85–31 in early February, while a follow-on measure, HB 4074, attempted to answer Senate concerns with changes to taxes … Louisiana lawmakers are weighing new restrictions on sports betting that target both certain types of bets and behavior from bettors toward athletes. Two proposals, Senate Bill 354 and Senate Bill 325 have been introduced. Each bill would have major changes to the Louisiana sports betting landscape, with SB 354 targeting prop bets and SB 325 focusing on the behavior of bettors towards athletes and coaches. Below is a more in-depth … The Wind Creek online casino page continues to share a message to customers with the words “Your App Is Moving!” in all caps. The note goes on to inform users “On March 10, 2026, Wind Creek Bethlehem’s current real money gaming website and app will close for play.” It also teases a new real-money gaming experience coming soon. Now there is some clarity regarding what that new experience is thanks … Jackpocket is enjoying a historic week thanks to the latest Powerball winner who purchased the winning ticket from Arkansas using the lottery courier app. When this week’s drawing revealed the numbers 2, 17, 18, 38, 62, plus the Powerball (20), the unnamed Jackpocket customer was $250.8 million richer, before taxes. News about the win was confirmed by parent company DraftKings on Wednesday. The press release noted that this was only … Sacred Heart University recently released a new national poll, in partnership with GreatBlue Research. It revealed that young viewers are concerned about the proliferation of sports betting advertisements, especially during major sporting events. Here are some key findings from the 2026 Sacred Heart University Nationwide Sports Gambling Poll, which consisted of 1,500 respondents, conducted from February 2-5, 2026. Almost 50% of respondents stated that sports betting adds appear too frequently … Ohio’s sports betting marketplace entered 2026 with a measurable decline in betting handle compared to the prior January, and one of the most visible variables was the absence of Ohio State football during the month. The statewide handle fell to approximately $931.1 million in January 2026—an 8% year-over-year decline—after exceeding $1 billion when Ohio State won the national title the previous January. The Buckeyes’ season ended on December 31 with … Caesars Entertainment is once again at the center of major acquisition speculation after reports indicated the casino operator is reviewing multiple takeover proposals. According to recent coverage from the Financial Times and others, interest includes a potential bid from Tilman Fertitta’s Fertitta Entertainment, as well as a management‑led buyout scenario. Shares of Caesars surged between 19% and 20% following the reports, marking one of the company’s most dramatic single‑day increases … Indiana lawmakers have now completed legislative action on House Bill 1052, which would ban sweepstakes casinos, advancing the measure to Gov. Mike Braun’s desk. The bill cleared both chambers after the Senate approved an amended version and the House concurred before the close of the legislative session on February 27th. With final legislative approval secured, HB 1052 is at the final step to make Indiana the seventh state to ban … The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA), which represents major operators like FanDuel and DraftKings, has opposed Wisconsin Assembly Bill 397, arguing that the measure could inadvertently benefit unregulated markets. The SBA states that the bill’s structure may negatively impact consumer protections and regulatory oversight if enacted in its current form. SBA President and CEO Joe Maloney said Monday that residents should have a direct voice in shaping statewide wagering policy. AB … With March being National Problem Gambling Awareness Month, MGM Resorts International and BetMGM are making over a $1-million expanded commitment to responsible gaming research, public awareness, and other areas. The announcement notes that $450,000 will go to the International Center for Responsible Gaming Research. It will be used to fund a new, groundbreaking research initiative examining sports betting and its impact on player behavior. This includes supporting independent, peer-reviewed research …
Virginia Lawmakers Work To Reconcile Online Casino Bills Ahead Of Deadline
New Jersey Advances Bid To Ban Mobile Gambling Notifications
Mississippi’s Mobile Sports Betting Push Ends For 2026 Session
Louisiana Sports Betting Bills Could Ban Prop Bets, Protect Athletes
Imperial Treasures Casino Making U.S. Debut Via Wind Creek Bethlehem Partnership
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$250.8 Million Powerball Win Sets Jackpocket Record
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SHU Poll Reveals Negative Perceptions on Volume of Sports Betting Ads
Ohio State’s Playoff Struggle Links To Year-Over-Year Dip In Ohio Sports Betting Handle
Caesars Entertainment Weighs Potential Buyout Amid Market Volatility
Indiana HB 1052 Nearing Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos
Wisconsin Sports Betting Bill Faces Pushback From SBA
BetMGM, MGM Resorts Investing Over $1M In Responsible Gaming Research
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Indiana lawmakers have now completed legislative action on House Bill 1052, which would ban sweepstakes casinos, advancing the measure to Gov. Mike Braun’s desk. The bill cleared both chambers after the Senate approved an amended version and the House concurred before the close of the legislative session on February 27th. With final legislative approval secured, HB 1052 is at the final step to make Indiana the seventh state to ban … 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 …
Indiana HB 1052 Nearing Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos
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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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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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
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 … 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$hline is Empire Creative’s first original slot title. It joins Signature Blackjack, Signature American Roulette, and Signature Baccarat …
lllinois Lawmakers Advance Bill to Block Chicago Sports Betting Tax
Indiana HB 1052 Advances, Nearing Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos
Maine Sweepstakes Casino Ban Remains In Play Following Joint Committee Vote
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Florida’s HB 189 Advances as State Weighs Major Online Gambling Reforms
Ca$hline, Caesars Entertainment’s First Proprietary Online Slot, Now Live In NJ
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