If the state’s current sports betting initiative passes, this partnership will cover in-stadium betting. A referendum on Maryland sports betting could hit ballots as early as November this year. The announcement was a win for black state legislators concerned about industry exclusion. LANDOVER, Md. – … Read more
Lawmakers in Virginia push forth legislation to legalize casinos. If passed, the legislation will see casinos open up across five cities around the state. Conservative groups are fighting against allowing casinos, believing it will be bad for the communities. RICHMOND, Va. – It seems like … Read more
Jeff Bezos could possibly own one of four different NFL teams. Bezos is also rumored to be at attendance for Super Bowl 54. Amazon will have a commercial air during the Super Bowl. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Rumors are flying whether or not Jeff Bezos is … Read more
Redskins Owner Dan Snyder wants sports betting at the new future Redskins Stadium. Sports betting is not yet legal in Maryland. Snyder says that he is willing to move the Washington Redskins to Virginia if necessary. ANNAPOLIS, Md. – On Tuesday, Washington Redskins owner Daniel … Read more
Sports betting has now become legal in thirteen states with six other states in line to do the same. Virginia estimates a tax revenue of $55 million annually from sports wagers which is very minor in comparison to the overall estimate of $367 million from … Read more
There are currently no casinos in Virginia. VA SB 1126 was passed during the 2019 legislative session. The bill would allow for casinos with sports betting to be built if it is passed again in the 2020 session. The pre-filed bill gives little to no … Read more
Councilmembers found errors in the lottery and sports betting contract with Intralot, Inc., including large payments to subcontractors associated with city officials. Councilmember Jack Evans stepped down from his position on the Metro Board of Directors, as the FBI raided his house for evidence from … Read more
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam’s signature passes the gambling bill known as SB 1126. The bill must be reenacted during the 2020 legislative session. Details of which types of gambling will be allowed in Virginia are now at the Discretion of the Virginia Lottery Board. RICHMOND, … Read more
Senate Bill VA SB 1126, which includes provisions for legal sports betting, only needs the Governor’s approval to become law. Virginia Governor Ralph Northam will have until March 26 to sign the bill. RICHMOND, Va. – The state of Virginia has traditionally opposed gaming expansion, … Read more
RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia is a state with no sports gambling structure. It is a state that is ripe for the picking in regards to implanting sports gambling within its borders. This is what Virginia lawmakers attempted during the start of their 2019 legislative session. … Read more
After many readings and amendments, Virginia legislators agreed upon Senate Bill 1126 on Saturday, which is the first step in allowing legal sports betting in the state. The bill was approved in the Senate by a vote of 30-10. It still requires the signature of approval … Read more