Industry
May 8, 2026
Michigan Hits Pause on Betting Tax Hike
A proposal to raise sports betting taxes in Michigan has encountered a significant roadblock. Lawmakers in both chambers have advanced budget plans that exclude Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s proposal for a per-bet tax on sportsbooks. This omission shows that lawmakers are hesitant to make any drastic changes that could have long-term effects on Michigan’s growing gaming […]
Industry
April 30, 2026
Missouri House Bill Seeks to Increase Casino Taxes and Entry Fees
Sponsored by Rep. Jeff Knight, R-Lebanon, Missouri’s House Bill 3533 seeks to shift away from income tax by raising taxes on casinos to make up for the difference in revenue. Bill Seeks to Increase Revenue from Gambling The bill comes amid wider debates in Missouri about cutting back or potentially eliminating the state income tax, […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
Former Chicago Mayor Proposes 10% Tax on Online Gambling to Fund Education
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has proposed a new 10% tax on online gambling and prediction markets to help finance research in areas where the United States is competing with China. Ex-Chicago Mayor Proposes Tax on Online Gambling The former Illinois representative, White House chief of staff, and US ambassador to Japan’s proposal would impose […]
Industry
April 16, 2026
EGBA Slams EU iGaming Levy Proposal as “Fundamentally Unworkable”
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) weighed in on a proposal to introduce a European Union-wide online gaming levy. While proponents identified this as an opportunity to create new EU budget revenue streams, the EGBA slammed the proposal as “fundamentally unworkable.” EU Eyes Unionwide iGaming Levy In its official release, the EGBA expressed significant […]
Industry
April 10, 2026
Connecticut Towns Push for Larger Share of Casino Revenue
An ongoing debate in Connecticut over casino revenues is gaining momentum as local officials press for a fairer share of gambling taxes. For years, municipalities have received only a small portion of tribal casino revenues despite earlier agreements that towns would be the primary beneficiaries. Advocates argue that state finances have improved enough to restore […]
Legal
March 24, 2026
Estonian Official Challenges Dismissal over Gambling Tax Error
A dispute over a costly legislative error in Riigikogu, the Estonian Parliament, may be heading to court. A longtime adviser is preparing to challenge her dismissal after an oversight in the country’s gambling tax law. The taxation error, which became known in January, resulted in no online casino taxes for 2026. As a result, the […]
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 6, 2026
Internal Papers Reveal Doubts over UK Gambling Tax Hikes
Tensions are rising between the UK Treasury and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Recent reports revealed that DCMS officials had warned racing would see little benefit from a betting tax exemption introduced in last year’s budget. However, the Treasury ignored these claims, leaving the UK’s horse racing sector in an increasingly precarious […]
Industry
March 4, 2026
Atlantic County Executive Proposes Statewide Tax Shift
Atlantic County executive Dennis Levinson has called for changes to how certain gaming taxes are funded statewide. Levinson presented his 2026 budget address to the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners, arguing that it is unfair for Atlantic County taxpayers alone to absorb financial obligations associated with Atlantic City casinos when the industry’s benefits extend throughout […]
Industry
February 20, 2026
Rep. Dina Titus Makes New Push to Restore Full Gambling Loss Deductions
Long-running efforts to roll back a controversial section of last year’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” are at a critical point as Nevada Rep. Dina Titus has taken an unusual procedural route to revive her stalled legislation. She aims to restore full deductions for gambling losses and enjoys broad support from players and industry representatives. Titus […]