The legislative session will end soon, with several gambling-related bills still on the table Brazil’s Senate is facing a tight timeline to vote on a long-delayed bill that would legalize land-based gambling across the country. With the legislative recess scheduled for July, Senate President Davi Alcolumbre has reportedly informed party leaders that Bill PL 2,234/2022
Category: Gambling Legislation
Massachusetts Legislation to Authorize Online Casino Gambling Set for Another Debate
A pair of bills that could expand gambling in the state are to be discussed next week Massachusetts lawmakers are preparing for round two of negotiations that will determine whether or not the state is the next to legalize online casino gaming. Senate Bill 235 and House Bill 332, sponsored by Sen. Paul Feeney and
Thailand’s Casino Project Could Be Forced Into Public Vote
Lobbyists opposing casino gambling have reportedly secured the signatures needed Thailand’s push to legalize casino gambling could soon be put to a public vote, following growing resistance from a coalition of civil groups. The Stop Gambling Foundation of Thailand, backed by over 200 local and national organizations, has submitted more than 53,900 signatures to the
Land-Based Casinos in the UK To Undergo Major Regulatory Changes
The DCMS has released draft regulations aimed at modernizing the operation of physical casinos The UK’s land-based casino industry is preparing for major regulatory changes set to take effect on July 22. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has released draft regulations aimed at modernizing the operation of physical casinos, marking the most significant
Maine House Approves Tribal Online Casino Bill Amid Backlash
A bill would give state tribes exclusive control over online casinos Lawmakers in Maine have advanced a bill that would give the state’s federally recognized tribes exclusive rights to run online casino games. The measure cleared the House of Representatives on June 12 by a vote of 85-59, with most Democrats in favor and Republicans
Bally’s Gains City Council Support for New York Casino Project
The New York City Council has approved the proposal, allowing it to continue in the running Bally’s Corp. took a giant step towards opening a casino in the Bronx after receiving crucial support from the New York City Council. The council on Wednesday authorized a rezoning resolution passage that keeps the $4 billion project in
Sri Lanka’s Move Toward Legalized Casinos Faces Resistance
The draft legislation left out key components that have the opposition in an uproar Sri Lanka’s proposed overhaul of its gambling sector is facing pushback from lawmakers and financial officials who say the current draft leaves critical loopholes unaddressed. The Gambling Regulatory Authority Act, still under consultation, is intended to set up an independent agency
Despite iGaming Growth, Northern Cyprus To Approve Doubling of Casino Market
An effort is underway to turn the region into a major gambling hub with over 60 casinos Northern Cyprus is preparing for a major expansion of its casino sector following a recent parliamentary decision to ease regulations on gambling operations. The new legislation, supported by Economy Minister Olgun Amcaoğlu, could double the number of casinos
Virginia Online Casino Legalization Effort Still Alive
A bill that would allow the state to enter into the online gambling market is still up for consideration Legislative action to legalize Virginia online casinos continues, with Senate Bill 827 still pending in the Committee on General Laws and Technology. If passed, the bill would be a major shift for the state by authorizing
Fairfax County, Virginia, Casino Proposal for 2025
Virginia lawmakers find insurmountable resistance to the measure and don’t move forward A proposal to bring a casino to Fairfax County, Virginia, has been put on hold after facing strong pushback from residents and local leaders. The plan, centered around Senate Bill 675, aimed to let voters decide whether to approve a gaming venue in
Italy Delays Introduction of Gambling Reforms
The new regulations may not be implemented until the summer of next year Italy’s plans to roll out sweeping gambling reforms have been officially pushed back, with the government now aiming for an August 2026 implementation. Originally scheduled to be finalized by the end of 2025, the delay comes after a proposal by MP Mariangela
Japan Preparing Sweeping Gambling Changes as It Prepares Casino Market
The country will have its first land-based casino in a few years and wants to block iGaming Japan is moving forward with major legislative changes aimed at curbing gambling addiction and reshaping its approach to casino gaming. The country’s House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would prohibit both the operation and promotion of