Chicago officials voted to advance video gambling despite significant warnings about potential social impacts The Chicago City Council has moved forward with a controversial plan to legalize and regulate video gambling terminals across the city. This decision comes after years of heated debate regarding the balance between municipal revenue and public health concerns. Proponents of
Gov. Spanberger blocked legislation that would have forced Fairfax County to hold a referendum on a proposed casino Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed the legislation on the grounds that it would strip the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors of control over the local approval process and set a broader precedent undermining local decision-making on gambling across
An initiative to allow New Jersey to have casinos outside Atlantic City is going to face local resistance A Fairleigh Dickinson University poll conducted March 20–28, 2026 shows 49% of New Jersey registered voters oppose expanding casino gambling beyond Atlantic City, with 44% in favor and 7% undecided. The sample size was 805 registered voters,
Legislative hurdles and planning phases suggest a finished project remains several years in the future Virginia’s gaming industry continues to evolve as local officials and developers explore the possibility of a new casino project in the Winchester area. While initial discussions have gained momentum, industry analysts and local government representatives emphasize that the realization of
Cardrooms are expected to submit compliance plans soon, while the lawsuit seeks to delay or block enforcement The California Gaming Association has filed a lawsuit in an effort to stop new gambling regulations set to affect cardrooms across the state. The legal challenge targets rules approved by the California Office of Administrative Law and introduced
Opposition to the initiative has been fierce since it was first proposed years ago Lawmakers in Virginia are urging Governor Abigail Spanberger to reject a bill that could pave the way for a new casino project in Northern Virginia. The proposal has sparked debate, especially in Fairfax County, where local leaders and residents have raised
The first draft of the updated guidance will be introduced on April 10 Italy is preparing to release a major update to its gambling laws, with officials expected to publish a draft framework soon. The plan focuses on reshaping rules for land-based gambling, following earlier reforms that targeted online operators. Lawmakers are aiming to tighten
House Bill 53 is rapidly making its way through the legislative channels Lawmakers in Louisiana are moving forward with a proposal that would broaden how the state handles gambling-related crimes. A new bill aims to bring certain betting offenses under racketeering laws, giving prosecutors more tools to target organized activity. The measure, known as House
The approval of House Bill 1038 allowed the state to expand its retail casino footprint Indiana is moving forward with plans to award a new casino license, opening a competitive bidding process for developers interested in the state’s northeast region. The move follows the approval of House Bill 1038, which has already been signed into
The final outcome now depends on whether lawmakers can reach an agreement in the coming weeks Kansas lawmakers are moving closer to ending indoor smoking at casinos, a shift that would remove one of the state’s remaining exceptions to its clean air rules. The proposal targets gaming floors at both casinos and racetrack facilities, where
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s signature is the deciding factor in the long-running casino debate Labor unions in Virginia are stepping up efforts to influence a key decision on casino expansion, urging Abigail Spanberger to approve pending legislation. The bill would open the door for a proposed casino and entertainment district in Fairfax County, but it still
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is losing patience in the legislative battle that has raged for years New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is calling on lawmakers to address the ongoing debate over smoking inside casinos in Atlantic City. The issue has remained unresolved for years, with growing pressure from both workers and casino operators to reach a
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