House Bill 515 would stop Virginia bettors from using credit cards to fund their sports betting accounts. States like Massachusetts, Illinois, and Tennessee already blocked credit cards for wagering over worries about gambling problems and mounting debt. The bill needs to clear committee and pass … Read more
Reps. Steven Horsford and Max Miller introduced the FULL HOUSE Act in January to reverse a tax change that reduced gambling loss deductions to 90%. The updated rule can force gamblers to pay taxes even when they finish the year even, affecting both casual players … Read more
Religious leaders and locals warn that casinos and sports betting could harm communities. A casino and a Gambling Commission are part of Rep. Bruce Bannister’s proposal, but political and legal issues remain. COLUMBIA, S.C. — Religious leaders from across the state gathered at the State … Read more
Federal prosecutors charged 26 people in an alleged international point-shaving scheme tied to NCAA Division I and Chinese Basketball Association games. Court records state that bettors used payments to players to influence performances, allowing wagers to be placed on altered game results. Investigators say the … Read more
WarHorse Gaming and major betting operators filed petitions to legalize mobile sports betting after lawmakers killed a similar bill last year. The initiatives include a 20% tax on online wagers, with most revenue going to property tax relief and an estimated $100 million in total … Read more
State legislators filed three bills in January to stop Chicago’s 10.25% sports betting tax and keep all gambling rules at the state level. City leaders want the tax to fix a $1.2 billion budget gap, but lawmakers say it’ll push bettors to illegal websites instead. … Read more
Mississippi lawmakers introduced HB 519 to allow casino operators to offer mobile sports betting alongside their physical locations. The bill grants one online license per casino with a tiered tax structure ranging from 4-8% based on monthly revenue. A separate measure, SB 2104, seeks to … Read more
Florida lawmakers proposed a bill that would implement harsher penalties on illegal slot machines and other illegal gambling operations in the state. House Bill 189 advanced, 13-4, through the Criminal Justice Subcommittee on Wednesday. The bill also authorizes daily fantasy sports operations and focuses on … Read more
Georgia lawmakers are taking another shot at legalizing sports betting with House Bill 910 returning for consideration. Up to 18 online sportsbook operators could receive licenses under the Georgia Lottery’s oversight if the measure passes. The bill faces an uphill battle after mixed signals from … Read more
Alabama Senate and House leadership have made it clear gambling legislation won’t get a vote during this year’s session. Last year’s bill covering lottery, casinos and sports betting got through the House but came up one vote shy in the Alabama Senate. Both front runners … Read more
New York lawmakers have revived the ORACLE Act, a proposal that would sharply limit prediction market platforms by prohibiting most sports-related contracts. The measure is part of a broader effort to rein in wagering, as lawmakers also consider restrictions on live, in-game betting at state … Read more
New Jersey colleges will run regular sessions to help students understand gambling. The Council on Compulsive Gambling will show students the risks, signs of problems, and ways to get help. TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers have approved new legislation designed to bring gambling awareness … Read more