A Unified Approach to Gambling Reform In a significant move towards regulatory uniformity, Italy’s Conferenza Unificata has issued a rallying call to regional leaders and municipal councils. The mission? To endorse and support the nation’s ambitious plans to reorganise land-based gambling operations. This initiative aims to harmonize gambling regulations across Italy, establishing a standardized legal […]
A New Dawn for Alabama’s Gambling Landscape Alabama stands at the threshold of a historic overhaul in its gambling sector as lawmakers unveil a series of bills aiming to introduce a state lottery, establish up to 10 casinos, legalize sports betting, and create a state gambling regulatory commission. This pivotal moment could reshape the state’s […]
Virginia’s Legislative Pivot: Fairfax County’s Casino Dream Deferred as Petersburg Takes Center Stage In a surprising turn of legislative strategy, Virginia’s quest for casino expansion faces a new crossroads. The Virginia Senate Committee has paused the consideration of a casino referendum in Fairfax County, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the region’s gaming aspirations. This […]
Charting a Safer Course: Kansas Legislators Advocate for a Digital Shield Against Sports Betting Ads In a decisive move to curtail the reach of sports betting into everyday lives, Kansas lawmakers have unveiled SB 432, a bipartisan initiative led by Senators Cindy Holscher and Virgil Peck. This legislative proposal aims to banish sports betting advertisements […]
Strengthening Sports Integrity: Sweden’s Progressive Steps Against Match-Fixing In a decisive move to fortify the integrity of sports and betting, the Swedish parliament is poised to review pivotal amendments to the 2018 Gambling Act. These enhancements aim to empower licensees with the ability to process data related to match-fixing suspicions, ensuring alignment with the rigorous […]
Unlocking New Frontiers in Virginia: The Push to Legalize Skill-Based Gaming Virginia stands on the precipice of a monumental shift in its gambling paradigm. Dueling legislative proposals aim to legalize ‘skill games‘, slot-like machines offering a blend of chance and skill. With support from influential legislators and a coalition of small business owners, this initiative […]
Mississippi Set to Pave the Way for Online Sports Betting with Groundbreaking Legislation In an ambitious move to redefine its gambling landscape, the Mississippi House of Representatives is gearing up to debate HB774, a pivotal bill that proposes the legalization of online sports wagering in the Magnolia State. This legislation represents a significant leap forward […]
Belgium’s Tightening Grip on Gambling: A Controversial Leap Belgium is on the verge of implementing one of the most stringent gambling legislations in Western Europe. Spearheaded by Green MP Stefaan Van Hecke, a bill approved by the Chamber of Representatives aims to drastically reshape the Belgian gambling landscape. The legislation proposes an increase in the […]
Georgia’s Legislative Leap: Sports Betting Without Constitutional Amendment In an unprecedented legislative move, Georgia senators are actively championing Senate Bill 386, aimed at legalizing sports betting under the Georgia Lottery Corporation‘s purview, bypassing the conventional route of a constitutional amendment. This innovative approach marks a significant departure from previous failed attempts in 2023 to legalize […]
A Revolutionary Step for Health and Safety in New Jersey Casinos In a landmark decision, the New Jersey Senate Health Committee has given the green light to a bill poised to eradicate smoking in Atlantic City’s casinos. This legislative breakthrough symbolizes a significant advance in the four-year-long battle for a smoke-free casino environment. The bill […]