Negotiations are expected to continue, but without Senate approval, the proposal cannot advance further A proposal tied to casino taxes in Mississippi has stalled in the state legislature, highlighting ongoing disagreements over the future of gaming in the state. Lawmakers have been debating how to balance new forms of betting with the interests of existing
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Fairfax County Leaders Push Virginia Governor to Veto Casino Bill
The controversial bill only needs the governor’s signature, if opponents don’t stand in the way Leaders in Fairfax County are urging Abigail Spanberger to reject a casino bill recently approved by the state legislature. The proposal, known as Senate Bill 756, would allow a casino development in the Tysons area if local voters eventually approve
Florida Gambling Bill Dies with the State Senate
Lawmakers are scheduled to return for a special session, but the gambling proposal is not expected to be reconsidered A proposal to change gambling rules tied to horse racing in Florida has failed again after stalling in the state Senate. The measure had already passed the House, but did not clear a single Senate committee
Virginia Casino Bill Finds Surprise Approval, Heads to Governor
The bill is now waiting for the signature of newly-elected Governor Abigail Spanberger Lawmakers in Virginia have approved new legislation that could open the door for a casino development in the Tysons area of Fairfax County. The proposal passed the state’s General Assembly after several years of debate, marking the first time in four years
Florida’s Updated Gambling Legislation Moves Back to Senate
Lawmakers continue to make changes, forcing new votes in the chambers A gambling bill moving through the Florida Legislature has been sent back to the Florida Senate after changes were approved in the House. Lawmakers are racing to resolve the remaining issues before the end of the current legislative session. The measure, known as SB
Casino Plans for Fairfax County, VA, Once Again Face Resistance
Even if the bill becomes law, voters in Fairfax County would still need to approve the casino through a referendum Plans to bring a casino to Fairfax County are once again facing pushback, even after a bill supporting the project advanced through the state legislature. The proposal would allow a Las Vegas-style casino to operate
California Cardrooms Fight Back Against Plans to Limit Table Games
The future of California’s cardrooms once again depends on how state courts interpret gaming law Cardrooms across California have launched a legal challenge against new state regulations that could limit the types of table games they are allowed to offer. The lawsuits were filed in San Francisco Superior Court by the California Gaming Association along
New Hampshire Bill Looks to Alter Casino Landscape
If approved, the bill would change how often charities can partner with casinos Lawmakers in New Hampshire are reviewing a bill that could change how charitable casinos distribute benefits to nonprofit groups. The proposal has already passed the state Senate and is now being examined in the House of Representatives. If approved, it would slightly
Alabama Running Out of Time to Approve Gambling Legislation in 2026
The legislative session is rapidly approaching its end, leaving just 10 days for a decision Lawmakers in Alabama are quickly running out of time to decide whether gambling legislation will move forward this year. The current session of the Alabama Legislature has only about ten days remaining, leaving little room for debate or compromise on
Las Vegas Sands Not Giving up Casino Fight in Texas Despite Opposition
Local elections aren’t favoring casino plans, but Sands plans on making more investments Las Vegas Sands is continuing its push to bring casino gambling to Texas, even after several political setbacks during the latest primary elections. Candidates supported by the company lost multiple races against opponents who openly oppose gambling expansion in the state. Several
Virginia Casino Bill Takes Another Step Forward
The debate is expected to continue as lawmakers negotiate a final version of the bill A proposal that could lead to a new casino in Fairfax County moved forward this week in the Virginia legislature. Lawmakers in the Virginia House of Delegates voted Wednesday to approve a bill that would allow the project, sending it
Wyoming Gambling Reforms Headed to Governor for Signature
Two bills have been sent to Gov. Mark Gordon and represent a broad update to the state’s gambling framework Two major gambling bills have cleared the Wyoming Legislature and now await action from Gov. Mark Gordon. Lawmakers approved changes aimed at tightening rules around social betting and limiting where skill-based gaming machines can operate. The











