Industry
April 9, 2026
Maine Says No to Sweepstakes Casinos
Maine has taken another step toward establishing tighter regulations on its gambling sector, becoming one of the latest states to outlaw sweepstakes-style casinos. Earlier this week, Governor Janet Mills signed Legislative Document 2007. The legislation targets platforms that use so-called dual-currency systems to mimic traditional casino offerings. The move places Maine alongside states such as […]
Prediction Markets
April 2, 2026
Iowa Senate Advances Bill to Regulate Prediction Markets
Iowa lawmakers are attempting something no other state has attempted so far – passing a bill to regulate prediction markets. This is certain to cause some turmoil among the event contracts space, since prediction market operators say that they are regulated at the federal level and that federal law precedes state gambling regulations. Prediction Markets […]
Industry
March 26, 2026
Online Sports Betting Stalls in Mississippi for a Third Year
Debates in Mississippi regarding the introduction of online sports betting have again reached a stalemate. For three consecutive years, the Mississippi House approved legislation to bring mobile wagering to the Magnolia State. And, as always, the Senate rejected the measure. While most experts agree that Mississippi online sports betting is a matter of time, any […]
Industry
March 26, 2026
New Jersey Advances a Bill Aiming to Ban Microbets
Backed by Senators Paul Moriarty and Patrick Diegnan, a New Jersey Senate committee has moved forward with Senate Bill 2160 that would prohibit “microbets,” which let gamblers place wagers on the outcome of the very next play or action in a game. New Jersey Senate Advances Legislation On March 23, the Senate State Government, Wagering, […]
Industry
March 25, 2026
New Jersey Governor Urges Lawmakers to Settle Atlantic City Smoking Debate
In a recent interview with the Press of Atlantic City, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill did not take a stance on the Atlantic City casino smoking dispute, but she urged lawmakers to come to a conclusion soon and end this years-long debate. Governor Sherrill Wants Lawmakers to Reach a Conclusion Sherrill noted that while litigation […]
Industry
March 25, 2026
Colorado Lawmakers Are Mulling over New Gambling Restrictions
Colorado has, since 2019, had online sports betting, allowing players to wager from the comfort of their homes or while on the road. In addition to that, the Colorado Lottery recently went digital in response to the growing popularity of the controversial lottery couriers. Now, however, lawmakers are seeking to restrain the fast-growing gaming industry […]
Prediction Markets
March 23, 2026
Bipartisan Senate Bill Targets Prediction Markets
Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and John Curtis (R-Utah) plan to introduce legislation aimed at companies such as Kalshi and Polymarket, which are currently regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This marks the first bipartisan Senate effort specifically targeting prediction markets. Senators Propose Bill Targeting Prediction Markets The proposal would bar CFTC-regulated entities from offering […]
Industry
March 23, 2026
South Dakota Seeks to Distribute Casino Tax Revenue for Public Works
South Dakota Republican Governor Larry Rhoden has signed Senate Bill 102, which changes how gambling tax revenue from Deadwood is distributed. The revision redirects a portion of funds from the state to the city of Deadwood – the only location in South Dakota, aside from tribal lands, where full casino-style gambling is permitted. Governor Signs […]
Industry
March 23, 2026
Sweepstakes Ban on the Table for Maryland as Two Bills Advance
Maryland lawmakers continue their efforts to put a stop to the controversial sweepstakes sector, advancing bills that would introduce stricter restrictions. These include HB 295, which just passed the House, and HB 1226, which made some strides. HB 295 Secured Strong Approval by House Members HB 295 just received a favorable 105-24 vote from the […]
Industry
March 18, 2026
Wisconsin’s Online Sports Betting Bill Has Passed the Senate’s Vote
Assembly Bill 601, which aims to allow tribal casinos in Wisconsin to offer online sports betting, passed the local senate’s vote with a 21-12 bipartisan vote yesterday and is now heading to the governor’s desk. Assembly Bill 601 Moves Forward to the Governor’s Desk The bill proposes creating a sports betting system modeled on Florida’s […]
