Legislators have resumed discussions about land-based casinos, although a vote could be months away The debate over legalizing casinos in Brazil is set to resume today, as the Senate takes up discussions on Bill 2,234/22. This bill, which seeks to modernize the country’s land-based gambling laws, has been in the works for years and aims
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Las Vegas Sands Closer to a Possible New York Casino
Sands has been given a 42-year lease to operate the Nassau Coliseum, possibly leading to a casino The Nassau County Legislature recently approved a proposal to lease the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum property to Las Vegas Sands. This decision, which passed with an 18-1 vote, came after the county’s Planning Commission and the Legislature’s Rules
New Alabama Bill Could Pave the Way for Tribal Casino
The bill authorizes the Poarch Creek Tribe to take over land, which might be used for a casino The introduction of Alabama House Bill HR6180 has ignited a contentious debate across the state, reflecting a deep divide among legislators and citizens regarding the potential implications of gambling expansion. The bill, sponsored by Representatives Terri Sewell,
Two Hollywood Casinos in Pennsylvania Have New Poker Rooms
Hollywood Casino Morgantown and Hollywood Casino at Penn National have new poker rooms Pennsylvania’s poker scene has received a thrilling boost with the grand openings of new poker rooms at Hollywood Casino Morgantown and Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course. These additions aim to elevate the gaming experience for local enthusiasts and attract players
Thailand Closer To Introducing Legalized Casinos
The country has published its draft casino proposal to allow for public feedback A draft bill for proposed casino legislation has been recently released by Thailand’s Council of State and public feedback is being received until August 18. The 22-page document, titled the Complete Entertainment Business Act B.E., shares different plans to create large-scale entertainment
The Venetian Opens ‘The Largest Poker Room’ on the Vegas Strip
The new poker room has 50 poker tables and plenty of options The Venetian hotel-casino debuted what it’s calling the largest poker room on the Las Vegas Strip this past week. The 14,000-square-foot space, called The Poker Room is equipped with USB and USB-C charging ports and features 50 live dealer tables. Additionally, the room
Las Vegas Sands Continues Push for Legalized Casinos in Texas
The casino operator has new lobbying efforts to convince lawmakers they need casinos Las Vegas Sands is intensifying its campaign to garner support for the legalization of gambling and the development of destination resorts in North Texas. This effort is timed to align with the upcoming 2025 legislative session and forms part of a larger
UAE closer to introducing casinos with passage of new lottery laws
The appointment of a lottery operator and the publication of lottery rules is a step toward casinos The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a significant step towards the introduction of casinos with the recent passage of new lottery rules. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has published its casino and gaming licensing rules,
Maryland lawmaker confirms no iCasino talk until 2026
Maryland gamblers will likely have to wait until 2027 before visiting an online casino Maryland, a state with a high potential for online gaming legalization, is unlikely to see its first internet casino (iCasino) until 2027 or later. This was confirmed by Maryland Senator Ron Watson at a recent gaming industry conference, where he reiterated
Brazil delays vote on casino legalization once more
The Senate won’t vote on the bill until after they return from recess In a not-too-surprising development within Brazil’s legislative landscape, the Federal Senate adjourned its session on July 18 without addressing the much-anticipated bill 2.234/22, which seeks to authorize the establishment of retail casinos. This postponement pushes the debate over the legalization of casinos,
California’s Bear River Casino has a new poker room
The new poker room is only open four days a week, but it’s a start Bear River Casino Resort, a premier gaming destination located in Loleta, California, has recently enhanced its gaming experience with the grand opening of a new poker room. The Poker Den, which officially opened its doors in March, has been met
Detroit’s MotorCity Casino plans on shutting down its poker room
While many casinos are expanding their poker action, MotorCity’s going the opposite way Michigan’s poker scene is about to lose a major player. MotorCity Casino in Detroit has announced the closure of its poker room, scheduled for August 5, 2024, at 6:00 AM. While the official reason for the closure remains undisclosed, the move comes