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Gambling News - 'Maine'
Casino
June 13, 2025
Maine House Backs Tribal Online Casino Bill Despite Veto Risk
A bill to let Maine’s tribal nations run online casinos has passed a big test in the House of Representatives. However, it faces strong pushback from Governor Janet Mills and might still get vetoed. Controversial Tribal iGaming Bill Passes House, Promises Economic Boost for Wabanaki Nations Rep. Ambureen Rana of Bangor put forward the bill, […]
Casino
June 10, 2025
Maine Revisits Online Casino Bill Backed by Tribes
Maine lawmakers are once again considering whether to open the door to online casino gaming or not, and the debate is, as expected, a heated one. During a special legislative session set to adjourn on June 18, legislators will revisit LD 1164, a bill that would make online casinos legal in the state through exclusive […]

Industry
April 11, 2025
Online Casino Legalization Fails in Two US States
With legal online gambling restricted to several US states, lawmakers across the country tried to increase the number of states that permit iGaming. Such effort was led in both Maine and Arkansas, but sadly, none of the proposals in the two states made through this legislative session. iGaming Expansion Across the Country Hits a Snag […]

Industry
April 2, 2025
Maine Online Gambling Expansion Endorsed by Tribal Leaders
Maine is one US state that introduced legal online sports betting early in November 2023. Since then, the activity’s popularity has been steadily growing and federally recognized Indian Tribes have joined forces with commercial operators to offer mobile betting across the state. Now, a new proposal, backed by Indian Tribes, proposes the legalization of online […]

Industry
February 7, 2025
Maine Retail Sportsbook Loses License Ahead of Super Bowl Weekend, Appeals
Much of January is spent by sportsbooks preparing for the single most-wagered-on event in the history of American sports – the Super Bowl. Yet, Oddfellahs Sportsbook and Bar in Portland is now frantically scrambling to appeal and hopefully overturn a license refusal issued by the Maine Gambling Control Unit. Sportsbook Gets Cold Shoulder from Regulator […]

Industry
September 6, 2024
Maine’s Top Gambling Official Comes Under Fire from All Sides
Milton Champion, who serves on the Maine Gambling Control Board (MGCB), has been accused by inspectors under his control and Local 1989, a trade union, of failing to submit himself to the customary checks and balances that come with his position. Gambling Inspectors Displeased with Their Boss in Maine Rather, a letter signed by all […]

Sports
May 6, 2024
Maine’s Sports Betting Tax Revenue Declined as Fans Won Big
The Maine Gambling Control Unit has disclosed information about the local sports betting market’s performance in March. While the month attracted a record-breaking volume of bets, operators’ hold percentage was quite low, resulting in a decline in tax revenue. For context, Maine’s sportsbooks recorded approximately $48 million in bets. This figure represents a month-on-month increase […]
Industry
April 30, 2024
Maine Official Warns of Regulated iGaming’s Potential Harms
As Maine’s Legislature rejected the notion of introducing regulated iGaming to the state, Steve Silver, chair of the Maine Gambling Control Board, voiced concerns regarding the potential negative impacts if the move had succeeded. He highlighted examples from other jurisdictions, urging lawmakers to consider whether their decisions can have unintended consequences. Problem Gambling Is an […]

Industry
April 17, 2024
Reintroduced Tribal Online Gambling Bill in Maine Fails Again
A bill proposing the expansion of tribal gambling in Maine did not get much traction, despite lawmakers’ attempts during last week and this week. Currently, the state’s four federally recognized tribes offer exclusive online sports betting services. Under a proposal, the Wabanaki tribes in Maine would be granted exclusive rights to online gambling activities too. […]
Casino
January 16, 2024
Maine Casino Faces Backlash for Mistaken Slot Promotion
Casinos across the United States offer different incentives for their customers. While many leading operators offer loyalty programs that allow their users to accumulate points and unlock different prizes, others offer raffles, promotions or giveaways. Hardly anyone can say no to something that is free, especially if that involves casino credit. This is precisely the […]