The government has postponed reviewing the proposed law amid increased opposition Thailand’s plans to legalize casinos have hit a roadblock as the government announced delays in reviewing a proposed entertainment complex bill. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra confirmed yesterday that the Cabinet would not proceed with its scheduled evaluation of the bill, citing the need for
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New Hampshire Online Gaming Bill Comes up Short
The lawmaker who introduced the measure brought it to a halt amid a lack of support New Hampshire’s latest attempt to legalize online casino gambling has stalled, with lawmakers deciding to halt progress on the bill despite initial support. Senator Tim Lang, who introduced the legislation, tabled the proposal in the Senate Ways and Means
South Carolina Bill Could Pave the Way for a Casino
A bill to try to bring casino gambling to the state was prefiled last year A new bill in South Carolina could open the door for a casino resort in Santee, bringing a major economic boost to the region. House Bill 3353 (HB 3353), which was prefiled with the House Judiciary Committee last year, aims
Thailand Reverses Course on Planned Casino Restrictions
A requirement for locals to have $1.5 million in the bank will stay in the draft bill Thailand has recently reconsidered its approach to proposed restrictions regarding entry to potential casinos in the country. The Ministry of Finance confirmed that it will uphold the requirement for locals to prove they have at least THB50 million
New ‘Congressional Crypto Caucus’ Hopes to Advance Crypto-Friendly Government Policies
House representatives strive to give better stability to cryptocurrencies A new initiative called the “Congressional Crypto Caucus” has been introduced by US Representatives Ritchie Torres and Tom Emmer. The goal of the caucus is to advance crypto-friendly policies in the House of Representatives. Torres shared the announcement on his X account yesterday. The caucus is
Thailand Makes Changes to Casino Bill Ahead of Vote
The latest reforms include no online gambling and the removal of a controversial condition Thai lawmakers have made adjustments to a proposed casino bill ahead of a crucial vote, lowering financial barriers for local residents while maintaining restrictions on online gambling and livestreamed betting. The bill, which aims to establish legal casino operations in the
Alabama Gambling Legalization Discussion May Not Be Completely Dead
A state senator believes that a new bill might appear in the current legislative session Discussions about gambling legalization in Alabama may not be entirely over, as lawmakers indicate the possibility of revisiting the issue this legislative session. Senate Minority Leader Bobby Singleton suggested that a new bill and constitutional amendment could still surface, though
Mississippi Bill to Greenlight New Casino Rejected
House Ways and Means Chairman Trey Lamar called off further discussion of the bill A proposal to bring a casino to Jackson, Mississippi, was blocked just before it could be voted on by the full state House. The bill, House Bill 1879, was shelved through a motion by House Ways and Means Chairman Trey Lamar,
Ohio Wants to Ban Taxes on Cryptocurrency When Used as a Payment Method
A state bill would put cryptocurrency in the same group as traditional currency Ohio lawmakers are pushing forward a bill that would prevent the state from imposing additional taxes on cryptocurrency when used for payments. House Bill 116, introduced by Representative Steve Demetriou and backed by several co-sponsors, seeks to ensure that digital assets like
Maryland Lawmakers Continue Online Casino Legalization Debate
A bill to legalize online gambling is still alive, but faces headwinds Maryland lawmakers are weighing the future of online casino gaming as they continue to debate the potential legalization of online gambling. The House Ways and Means Committee recently examined HB 17, a bill introduced by Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary, which aims to regulate online
Indiana Casino Relocation Could Reshape the State’s Gambling Industry
A bill would consider allowing the state’s casinos to relocate to new districts Indiana’s gambling industry could see major changes if lawmakers move forward with plans to relocate casinos to more profitable areas. While a full expansion of gaming is not on the table for 2025, a new proposal could allow existing casinos to move
Casino Bill in Iowa Continues To Move Forward
The bill would prevent new casinos in certain parts of the state Iowa lawmakers are pushing forward with a bill that would impose new restrictions on future casino projects across the state. The legislation, which advanced in the Senate on Thursday, would prevent cities from using a key funding mechanism for infrastructure projects linked to