Lobbyists opposing casino gambling have reportedly secured the signatures needed Thailand’s push to legalize casino gambling could soon be put to a public vote, following growing resistance from a coalition of civil groups. The Stop Gambling Foundation of Thailand, backed by over 200 local and national organizations, has submitted more than 53,900 signatures to the
The DCMS has released draft regulations aimed at modernizing the operation of physical casinos The UK’s land-based casino industry is preparing for major regulatory changes set to take effect on July 22. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has released draft regulations aimed at modernizing the operation of physical casinos, marking the most significant
A bill would give state tribes exclusive control over online casinos Lawmakers in Maine have advanced a bill that would give the state’s federally recognized tribes exclusive rights to run online casino games. The measure cleared the House of Representatives on June 12 by a vote of 85-59, with most Democrats in favor and Republicans
The draft legislation left out key components that have the opposition in an uproar Sri Lanka’s proposed overhaul of its gambling sector is facing pushback from lawmakers and financial officials who say the current draft leaves critical loopholes unaddressed. The Gambling Regulatory Authority Act, still under consultation, is intended to set up an independent agency
An effort is underway to turn the region into a major gambling hub with over 60 casinos Northern Cyprus is preparing for a major expansion of its casino sector following a recent parliamentary decision to ease regulations on gambling operations. The new legislation, supported by Economy Minister Olgun Amcaoğlu, could double the number of casinos
A bill that would allow the state to enter into the online gambling market is still up for consideration Legislative action to legalize Virginia online casinos continues, with Senate Bill 827 still pending in the Committee on General Laws and Technology. If passed, the bill would be a major shift for the state by authorizing
Virginia lawmakers find insurmountable resistance to the measure and don’t move forward A proposal to bring a casino to Fairfax County, Virginia, has been put on hold after facing strong pushback from residents and local leaders. The plan, centered around Senate Bill 675, aimed to let voters decide whether to approve a gaming venue in
The state’s lawmakers could soon approve a law that would open the online gambling segment Connecticut is on the verge of taking a major step toward expanding its online poker offerings, with new legislation enabling the state to join the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA). The Connecticut House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 1235 unanimously
The country will have its first land-based casino in a few years and wants to block iGaming Japan is moving forward with major legislative changes aimed at curbing gambling addiction and reshaping its approach to casino gaming. The country’s House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would prohibit both the operation and promotion of
Australian state legislators are cracking down on casinos Australia is moving closer to integrating carded play into its gambling regulations, with Victoria leading the shift through newly passed legislation. On May 27, 2025, the Victorian Parliament approved the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024, signaling a stronger push toward responsible gambling measures
Opponents and supporters are making the bill’s progress difficult A bill aiming to legalize online casino gaming in Ohio is encountering stiff resistance as lawmakers continue to weigh the proposal’s broader impact. During a three-hour hearing on May 29, the Ohio Senate’s Select Committee on Gaming heard testimony from more than 40 individuals, the majority
Lawmakers are confident the legislation will progress over the summer Thailand’s controversial casino bill is expected to take center stage when the country’s parliament reconvenes in early July. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat confirmed that the legislation, which would legalize casino-entertainment complexes, is now a top priority for the government, despite ongoing political tension and
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