Casino
March 13, 2026
Indiana’s Governor Signs Sweepstakes Ban into Law
On March 12, Gov. Mike Braun of Indiana signed House Bill 1052 into law. This is a sweeping piece of legislation that will now eliminate any games that are based on the dual-currency model, or sweepstakes, which allows participants to play with a mock currency but then trade it in for real cash or rewards. […]
Casino
March 5, 2026
Indiana Casino Plan Heads to Voters in 2026 Referendum
Indiana is one step closer to expanding gambling into its northeastern corner after Gov. Mike Braun approved legislation allowing a potential casino in the region, but if local residents give their consent at the ballot box. Indiana Governor Signs Bill Letting Voters Decide on NE Indiana Casino The newly enacted House Enrolled Act 1038 clears […]
Casino
February 26, 2026
Indiana Senate Edges Forward with Plan for Fort Wayne Casino
Lawmakers in the Indiana Senate have given tentative backing to legislation that could bring a major casino resort to the Fort Wayne region after a contested vote exposed divisions over public input and the future of gambling in the state. Close Senate Vote Moves $500M Indiana Casino Project Forward The proposal, known as House Bill […]
Casino
February 12, 2026
Court Denies Waltz Bid to Overturn Casino Campaign Case
Former Indiana State Senator Brent Waltz will not be getting another chance to overturn his federal prison sentence. The Chief Judge of the US District Court for the Southern District of Indiana rejected his motion on Monday, ending what had been a particularly lengthy effort by Waltz to challenge the ten-month sentence and probation he […]
Casino
January 12, 2026
Indiana Weighs Plans for a $750M Casino in Indianapolis
The Indiana legislature is currently considering a proposal that could completely reshape the state’s gambling sector with an envisioned $750 million casino development in Indianapolis. Senate Bill 244, filed by Sen. Aaron Freeman, would allow Full House Resorts to relocate its gaming license from the small river town of Rising Sun to Marion County, setting […]
Industry
January 7, 2026
Indiana Relents on iLotteries, Toughens on Sweepstakes
Lawmakers in Indiana are considering two draft laws aimed at boosting state lottery sales. One would end the ban on selling tickets online, while the other targets sweepstakes social casinos, a form of unregulated gambling. Sweepstakes and iLottery – Going Opposite Directions Proponents are pointing out that Indiana has fallen behind other states in digitalizing […]
Casino
December 12, 2025
Ex-Indiana Gaming Lawyer Asks Trump to Pardon Him as Old Scandal Pops Up
John S. Keeler, who used to be a state lawmaker and a big-time casino lawyer, is back in the news. He is trying to get Donald Trump to pardon him. Clemency Push by Ex-Gaming Official Draws Fresh Attention The request by Keeler can be seen on the US Department of Justice‘s list of people asking […]
Casino
December 10, 2025
Fort Wayne Casino Secures Senate Committee Approval, Heads to House
The Fort Wayne casino bill has continued to make strides, securing approval by the Senate Public Policy Committee. However, a separate house bill failed to prompt action. The Relocation Is Inching Closer to Reality Indiana lawmakers have been eyeing opportunities to introduce a casino to northeast Indiana for a while. As a result, supporters of […]
Casino
December 10, 2025
Bill Aimed at Outlawing Sweepstakes Gambling in Indiana by State Rep Manning
Legislation has been filed in the state of Indiana that aims to ban online sweepstakes casinos. Labeled HB 1052, it was filed by state Rep. Ethan Manning as a means to further push back two-currency platforms and make them illegal. The bill, which will mainly affect online sweepstakes, that Manning submitted consists of changes to […]
Casino
December 8, 2025
Horseshoe Casino Indianapolis Workers Unionize After Striking for Weeks
Casino workers at Horseshoe Casino Indianapolis have successfully unionized, joining the Teamsters Local 135. This marks a significant victory for the pro-unionization workers and comes after several weeks of delays. The Casino Workers Secured Teamsters Local 135 Representation Originally, the casino’s 200 workers were scheduled to vote on joining the Teamsters on October 17. However, […]
