The Virginia city inaugurates its temporary casino, but gaming options are limited Norfolk’s long-awaited casino has finally opened its doors, five years after local voters approved the project. The new venue, called The Interim Gaming Hall, is a temporary facility located next to Harbor Park baseball stadium. It offers a modest start to casino gaming
Category: Gambling Legislation
Pennsylvania Could Embrace Slot-Like Skill Games To Boost Revenue
The alternative to slot machines has had a controversial past in the state Pennsylvania lawmakers are exploring a plan to regulate and tax skill-based gaming machines that currently operate in a legal gray area, aiming to generate new revenue as the state faces a multibillion-dollar budget deficit. The proposal, still in early discussion stages, would
New York’s New Mayor-Elect May Not Support Casino Plans
Zohran Mamdani is concerned about the social impact of gambling, but supports Kalshi New York’s newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has made it clear that he is skeptical about expanding casino development in the city. While his position doesn’t amount to outright opposition, it signals potential challenges for the state’s ongoing efforts to approve new
Texas Elections Could Determine Fate of Casino Discussions
The Senate race for Texas Senate District 9 may play a key role in the future of Texas gambling A special election in Tarrant County for Texas Senate District 9 has unexpectedly become a key moment in the Lone Star State’s long-running debate over casino gambling. The race, triggered by the resignation of Republican Senator
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
New York Casino Race Heats up as Resorts World Pledges $2.5B for MTA
The money will likely be a major incentive when the final license decisions are announced The competition for New York’s downstate casino licenses is heating up as Resorts World New York City announced a $2.5 billion commitment to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The pledge, covering the years 2026 through 2029, would surpass the MTA’s
Illinois Looks to Ban Credit Cards for Gambling Purchases
The ban would impact everything related to gambling and betting Illinois lawmakers are moving to tighten gambling regulations with a new proposal that would ban the use of credit cards for all gambling-related purchases in the state. House Bill 4149, introduced by Representatives Curtis Tarver and Marti Deuter, aims to prevent bettors from using borrowed
New York’s Gaming Board Is Meeting To Discuss Casino License Approvals
The Gaming Facility Location Board is closer to determining who may be eligible for a license New York’s Gaming Facility Location Board (GFLB) is meeting for its final October session as it continues to evaluate applications for the state’s three available downstate casino licenses. The five-member panel has been holding weekly meetings this month, often
New Zealand Tweaks New Gambling Bill To Change How Levies Are Used
The changes are designed to help better support local communities The New Zealand government has adjusted its upcoming Online Casino Gambling Bill, introducing changes that will redirect new gambling levies toward local communities and grassroots organizations. The amendment includes a four percent increase to the existing 12% offshore gambling duty, with the added revenue specifically
Brazil Lawmaker Shows Optimism for Land-Based Casino Approval This Year
Senator Irajá thinks there’s still enough time to advance the controversial bill Brazil’s casino legalization debate is heating up again, with Senator Irajá expressing renewed confidence that a bill to authorize land-based casinos could pass before the end of the year. The senator, who serves as the rapporteur for the Casinos Bill, met recently with
New York Mayoral Candidates Don’t Appear To Be Sold on Casinos
None of the mayors seemed supportive during an event in Queens this week New York City’s mayoral race wrapped up its final debate this week, and one topic drew mixed reactions from all three candidates — the city’s casino plans. During the 90-minute event at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in Queens, candidates Zohran Mamdani,
New Japanese PM Could Help Bring More Casinos to the Country
Sanae Takaichi was sworn in as PM this week, and a pro-casino stance could bring changes Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, could breathe new life into the country’s long-delayed casino resort plans. Takaichi, the first woman to lead Japan, took office this week after forming a coalition between her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and











