Ohio sports betting tax increased from ten percent to twenty percent two years ago. If Governor Mike DeWine gets his way, the tax rate could rise to forty percent. He aims to increase the state’s annual sports wagering revenue to around $180 million. The decision has...
A new Massachusetts sports betting bill would force operators to stop offering in-play wagering. In addition, lawmakers propose increasing the state's tax on sportsbook operators. On the other hand, lawmakers in Mississippi want to legalize online sports betting. On...
The new year welcomes another round of legislative sessions for states in the US. According to a political news forum, some states will file sports betting bills and other gambling-related legislation. These could include online poker and casino gaming. Online...
A Senate committee discussed the potential for a federal sports betting regulation during an almost two-hour session on Tuesday. Lawmakers also discussed the widespread legalization of the industry across the US and how sports betting affected athletes, the public,...
State lawmakers should consider legalizing Texas sports betting because it benefits all residents. Thus, there’s a push to consider legislation in the upcoming session. However, it requires a constitutional amendment via a ballot initiative. According to pay per head...
A late report added almost 10,000 votes to Christian County's election results, reducing the margin for the Missouri sports betting amendment. The margin is also almost in the range for a possible recount. Christian County's official results were certified last week,...
Four state legislatures are still in session going into the fourth quarter of 2024. Eleven gambling-related bills are in various phases of the lawmaking process. The Michigan State Legislature passed four bills into law in October, with two bills approved by the first...
There are 14 measures on the November ballot in Colorado. One of them is Proposition JJ, which will increase funds for the conservation and protection of Colorado water. It will also not increase taxpayer expenses. According to pay per head bookie experts, voters in...
Minnesota sports betting stakeholders brokered a deal that could lead to its legalization. Speaking at the Global Gaming Expo panel, Andy Platto, executive director of the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association, said that state lawmakers have been trying to legalize...