A Missouri Senate committee has unanimously rejected a bill to legalize video lottery terminals across the state The Senate Select Committee on Gaming recently halted progress on a House-approved measure that would have permitted video lottery terminals in retail environments such as gas stations and convenience stores. Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, who chaired
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Louisiana Bill Placing New Restrictions on Gambling Heads to Governor
Louisiana lawmakers have moved closer to implementing stricter penalties for unlawful wagering A Louisiana bill placing new restrictions on gambling heads to Gov. Jeff Landry following strong support from both the House and the Senate. This legislation targets various forms of illegal activity, including unregulated electronic devices and organized gambling networks, while integrating these offenses
Missouri Lawmakers Want to Raise Casino Fees and Taxes
Missouri legislators are exploring a significant overhaul of the state tax structure by increasing levies on the gambling industry The Missouri House is currently reviewing House Bill 3533, a proposal that seeks to generate substantial state revenue through increased casino taxes and higher admission fees. Sponsored by Rep. Jeff Knight, the legislation targets a fee
Mexico Puts Gambling Reforms on Hold Until After the World Cup
Trying to rewrite the regulations now could interfere with gambling operations across the country Mexican legislative authorities have decided to delay the implementation of a modernized gambling framework. This will keep the industry operating under statutes that are nearly eight decades old. Despite initial expectations that updated regulations would arrive earlier this year, the current
Chicago Pushed into Action Over Video Gambling Following City Council Vote
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
California Cardrooms Sue Over Changes to Gambling Laws
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
Italy to Introduce Initial Draft of Gambling Reforms Next Week
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
Louisiana Law Reform Would Expand Racketeering Laws to Cover Gambling
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
Florida Gambling Bill Dies with the State Senate
Lawmakers are scheduled to return for a special session, but the gambling proposal is not expected to be reconsidered A proposal to change gambling rules tied to horse racing in Florida has failed again after stalling in the state Senate. The measure had already passed the House, but did not clear a single Senate committee
Florida’s Updated Gambling Legislation Moves Back to Senate
Lawmakers continue to make changes, forcing new votes in the chambers A gambling bill moving through the Florida Legislature has been sent back to the Florida Senate after changes were approved in the House. Lawmakers are racing to resolve the remaining issues before the end of the current legislative session. The measure, known as SB
California Cardrooms Fight Back Against Plans to Limit Table Games
The future of California’s cardrooms once again depends on how state courts interpret gaming law Cardrooms across California have launched a legal challenge against new state regulations that could limit the types of table games they are allowed to offer. The lawsuits were filed in San Francisco Superior Court by the California Gaming Association along
Alabama Running Out of Time to Approve Gambling Legislation in 2026
The legislative session is rapidly approaching its end, leaving just 10 days for a decision Lawmakers in Alabama are quickly running out of time to decide whether gambling legislation will move forward this year. The current session of the Alabama Legislature has only about ten days remaining, leaving little room for debate or compromise on











