Lawmakers are considering a measure that would create a stand-alone gaming regulator Northern Ireland’s All Party Group on Reducing Harm Related to Gambling recently published a report with 57 recommendations, including recognizing gambling as a public health issue and a tax on gaming operators to support problem gambling research, prevention, and education. The Belfast News
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Supreme Court won’t take up Florida sports betting fight; could open iGaming market
The Seminole Tribe gets the green light to open its online betting market in the Sunshine State On Monday, the US Supreme Court denied a petition to hear the case that awarded the Seminole Tribe exclusive rights to conduct online sports betting in Florida. Opponents of the compact were shocked at the highest court’s decision
Rhode Island Senate approves increased gambling credit bill
The two Bally’s casinos in the state are closer to being able to offer $100K in credit On Tuesday, the Rhode Island State House approved two bills aimed at doubling the credit limit at Rhode Island’s two casinos. However, some lawmakers are still unclear on what the proposals include. The House of Representatives passed an
Credit cards no longer accepted for online gambling in Australia
Legislation approved last year to ban credit cards for online gambling has gone into effect Australia’s ban on using credit cards for online gambling recently went into effect, forcing players to use other methods to participate in sports betting and casino games. The Australian Parliament passed legislation in 2023 to amend the Interactive Gambling Act
Slots would be banned from all military bases under new federal bill
Rep. Paul Tonko wants to see all slots and other forms of gambling removed from the military Rep. Paul Tonko recently filed for an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), seeking to ban slot machines from US military bases. While the Pentagon notes that slot machine revenue is used to support other recreational
New York lawmakers ponder bill to ban gambling advertising
State senators overwhelmingly support a measure to restrict gambling ads Last Thursday, the New York Senate unanimously passed legislation to improve gaming industry marketing campaigns by a 57-0 vote. State Sen. Leroy Comrie proposed the Senate’s version of the legislation. The bill has identical language as Assembly Bill 1118, which was proposed by Assemblyman Clyde
US Supreme Court to hear Florida sports betting dispute, could impact iGaming
Depending on the ruling, Florida might not be able to block online casinos in the state The Supreme Court of the US has disclosed that it will consider West Flagler Associates’ writ of certiorari request when it meets on Thursday, June 13, to discuss the issue of Florida online sports betting. If SCOTUS rejects its
The Philippines could be turning back the clock on online gambling
A bill would bring to an end the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators segment for good The Philippines has had a love-hate relationship with online gambling, and it now seems to be heading back toward the negative side. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has proposed legislation to ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) from doing business in the country, noting
Rhode Island bill would allow casinos to double gamblers’ credit
Bally’s hopes to increase the credit it can issue gamblers from $50,000 to $100,000 Rhode Island Senate President Dominick Ruggerio is backing legislation to allow Bally’s-operated Rhode Island casinos to double their gambling credit limits to $100,000. However, many interested parties have concerns about the latest proposal. According to The Providence Journal, some of the points in
Brazil to impose 15% tax on online gaming winnings
The tax rate has been confirmed through new legislation and federal regulations The Federal Revenue Service (RFB) of Brazil has introduced the tax framework for online gambling winnings ahead of the highly anticipated launch of the country’s regulated Bets market. Projected to be the biggest markets in Latin America, the final outcome could be decided
Alabama’s chances for gambling expansion officially dead in 2024
Lawmakers can’t find a way to add new casinos and a lottery this year The 2024 Alabama legislative session ended on Thursday before lawmakers could pass two contentious bills to legalize gambling in the state. Gov. Kay Ivey also announced that she won’t call a special session to continue debating the gambling bills. House members voted on
Alabama gambling legislation appears dead as the clock winds down
Today’s the end of the legislative session, and there’s been no progress on gambling expansion As the clock ticks down its final minutes of the Alabama legislative session today, hopes for the legalization of casinos and a lottery appear to be fading fast. Despite early discussions and proposals, a lack of consensus and strong opposition from some corners have