Sen. Justin Busch described the measure as an opportunity for long-term economic growth Indiana lawmakers have approved a bill that could bring a new casino to the Fort Wayne area, sending the measure to Mike Braun for final consideration. The proposal cleared both chambers on Feb. 27 after lawmakers agreed to add voter referendums in
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Indiana Bill Limiting Crypto-Specific Taxes Approved by Lawmakers
If signed, HB1042 could give residents the ability to diversify retirement portfolios with digital assets Indiana lawmakers have approved a bill aimed at protecting cryptocurrency users and expanding investment options within state retirement plans. House Bill 1042 passed the legislature with a 59-33 vote and now awaits Governor Mike Braun’s signature. The legislation would prohibit
Indiana State Senate to Vote on Casino Measure Today
If approved, the focus will shift to which specific community and developer will lead the project The Indiana State Senate is scheduled to hold a final vote today on a plan that could bring a casino to the northeast corner of the state. Lawmakers are considering House Bill 1038, which focuses on Allen, DeKalb, and
Poker Spared in Indiana Gambling Crackdown Bill
Indiana does not currently offer regulated online casino gaming, making the poker carveout significant for players The Indiana Senate has approved a bill aimed at shutting down sweepstakes-style online casinos, but poker players may avoid the fallout. Lawmakers advanced an amended version of HB1052 that targets casino-style sweepstakes games while carving out space for certain
Indiana Casino Bill Advances, Next Hearing Scheduled for Wednesday
Marion County, which includes Indianapolis, is excluded from consideration Indiana lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that could reshape where casino gaming is located in the state, following a strong vote in the House of Representatives. House Bill 1038 cleared the chamber on February 2 by a 67–30 margin and is now headed to
Casino Relocation Bill in Indiana Survives Latest Vote
While passage is not guaranteed, surviving this far keeps the effort firmly alive for now Indiana lawmakers took another step this week toward possibly relocating a casino license within the state, as House Bill 1038 cleared its second reading in the Indiana House of Representatives. The bill focuses on moving a casino license currently tied
Three New Counties Added to Indiana’s Casino Restructuring Bill
Supporters say a relocated casino could bring hundreds of jobs and major investments Indiana lawmakers have expanded a casino restructuring proposal by adding three more counties to the list of possible relocation sites. The House Public Policy Committee voted 9–1 to approve an amendment that broadens House Bill 1038, which centers on moving the Rising
Attempt To Bring New Casino to Indiana Could Be Thwarted by Anonymous Group
The dispute signals a busy period ahead for Indiana gaming policies with an unclear future Efforts to bring a new casino to Fort Wayne, IN, are facing growing resistance from an organized but anonymous opposition group. The proposed project has sparked debate across northeastern Indiana, with supporters pointing to economic development and critics warning of
Indiana Proposing Changes to Casino Locations
A new legislative effort would allow a casino in Allen County Indiana lawmakers are weighing major changes to where casinos can operate, with new legislation opening the door for a gaming license in Allen County — home to Fort Wayne, the state’s second-largest city. A bill introduced by Rep. Chad Snow would require the Indiana
Indianapolis Leaders Look To Build Support for New Casino
The goal is to attract more tourism and tourist dollars City and state leaders in Indianapolis are reviving discussions about bringing a casino to the downtown area, a move that could significantly reshape the city’s tourism and entertainment economy. The proposal, still in its early stages, has backing from Mayor Joe Hogsett’s administration and several
Drama at the Poker Tables as Player’s Cell Phone Explodes
The WSOPC Main Event in Hammond, IN, gave players more action than they expected A strange scene played out over the weekend at the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Main Event in Hammond, Indiana, when a player’s cell phone began smoking and then erupted in fumes in the middle of live play. The $1,700
WSOPC Caesars Southern Indiana Produces Back-To-Back Winner
Christopher Wilson won two straight events, earning his first and second WSOPC rings The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) stop at Caesars Southern Indiana wrapped up after nearly two weeks of competitive action, and despite being one of the smaller venues on the calendar, it delivered a few standout moments. Chief among them was











