Some lawmakers are calling for a referendum, which could force the bill to a halt Thailand’s ongoing journey toward legalized casino gambling has hit a potential roadblock, as a Senate panel has called for a national referendum before moving forward with any new legislation. This development, while not entirely unexpected, adds a significant layer of
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New York Casino at Citi Field Scores Another Huge Win
The Senate and now the Assembly have both signed off on the casino project A major step forward has been made in the effort to bring a casino to the area surrounding Citi Field. Yesterday, the New York State Assembly passed a bill by a wide margin—138 to 7—that supports Mets owner Steve Cohen’s push
Poker Players Turn Heated Poker Battle Into Battle of Fisticuffs
Two players at a poker game at Red Rock Casino gave a new meaning to poker tilt A poker game at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas turned violent over the weekend, leading to a viral video and one man getting knocked out cold. The incident, which took place in Summerlin, has
Pennsylvania Bill Would Reduce Minimum Slot Requirement
Senate Bill 666 looks to significantly alter the state’s gambling market A new proposal in Pennsylvania could make things easier for casinos looking to adjust their operations. Senate Bill 666, introduced by Sen. Dan Laughlin, aims to reduce the minimum number of slot machines required for certain casinos to remain in compliance with state regulations.
Thailand Considers Criminal, Affordability Checks for Foreigners Visiting Casinos
The government may expect all gamblers to show they can afford to enter casinos Thailand is considering new steps to regulate casino tourism by potentially introducing background and financial checks for foreigners visiting legal gambling venues. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced that the government is exploring ways to tightly control access to any future casinos,
Bill To Study Casino Locations in Indiana Waiting on Governor’s Signature
The bill could considerably alter the state’s gambling landscape A bill that could shape the future of casino gaming in Indiana is now waiting for Governor Mike Braun’s signature. Senate Bill 43 aims to launch a detailed study into whether relocating existing casinos to different parts of the state would make sense economically. The proposal,
Citi Field Casino Gets Additional Support From New York Lawmakers
A New York Senate committee voted to advance a key bill that supports the casino Plans to build a casino next to Citi Field took a step forward this week after a New York Senate committee voted to move a key bill forward, despite hesitation among lawmakers. The legislation, introduced by Senator John Liu, would
South Carolina Casino Bill Unlikely To Be Passed This Session
The current legislative session ends in less than two weeks, giving the bill little time for approvals Efforts to legalize casino gambling in South Carolina appear unlikely to succeed this legislative session, despite a push from Orangeburg County residents and some state lawmakers. A House Ways and Means subcommittee held a hearing on three gambling-related
North Dakota casino bill fails to garner support
A section of a bill discussing casino expansion in the state has been stripped away A proposal that could have paved the way for a new tribal casino in Grand Forks County has likely been shelved for the foreseeable future, following a decisive defeat in the North Dakota House of Representatives. On Wednesday, lawmakers voted
Are You Bluffing The Right Amount? Use This Trick to Find Out
One of the most nuanced aspects of playing poker well is figuring out not just when to bluff, but how often to bluff. Bluff too often, and your opponents can exploit you by calling wider and re-bluffing wider. Bluff too rarely, and your opponents can exploit you by overfolding to your bets and attacking your
South Carolina Casino Measure Faces Significant Public Resistance
Lawmakers are holding hearings this week on a bill that the governor has already promised to block Public resistance is mounting in South Carolina as lawmakers consider a new measure that could bring legal casino gambling to the state for the first time. The proposal, called the “I-95 Economic and Education Stimulus Act,” aims to
New Online Casino Bill Could Be Coming To Wyoming
Representative Robert Davis has announced his intention to reintroduce legislation next session A fresh push to bring online casinos to Wyoming could be on the horizon. Representative Robert Davis has announced his intention to reintroduce legislation next year aimed at legalizing online casino platforms in the state. While similar efforts have failed in the past,