Wyoming and Indiana could consider legalized iGaming this year
Two states, Wyoming and Indiana, are considering steps toward legalizing online casinos, each taking distinct legislative approaches to interactive gaming. Both regions have the opportunity to join the growing list of states that have given the green light to this industry.
Wyoming’s House Bill 162 proposes a framework for regulating online versions of poker, blackjack, and slot games under the oversight of the Wyoming Gaming Commission. Meanwhile, Indiana’s House Bill 1432 seeks to expand its gambling landscape to include interactive gaming, building on its existing regulated sports betting market.
In Wyoming, HB 162 outlines licensing requirements for operators, with fees starting at $100,000 and renewals at $50,000. Vendors would also be subject to fees. The bill proposes a 16% revenue tax, with initial funds allocated to problem gambling programs and the remainder distributed to schools, counties, and state initiatives.
The proposal also includes safeguards, such as geolocation technology, to ensure in-state participation and penalties for unlicensed activities. Previous gambling expansions in Wyoming, like legal sports betting in 2021, contributed $2.9 million in tax revenue. A recent feasibility study provided optimism about online casino gaming’s potential economic benefits.
In Indiana, HB 1432 suggests a more established path, permitting existing gaming license holders, such as riverboat operators and racetrack casinos, to offer online games. Tax rates on interactive gaming would range from 22% to 30%, with proceeds supporting local governments, horse racing, and problem gambling programs.
While Indiana legalized online sports betting in 2019, earlier efforts to include online casinos faltered. Past challenges, including legislative hurdles and a high-profile corruption case involving former Representative Sean Eberhart, delayed progress.
Both states aim to balance economic growth and consumer protection in their proposals. While Wyoming looks to build on recent successes, Indiana faces a need to rebuild trust in its gaming legislation efforts. The ongoing discussions may shape the future of online gambling in both states.

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