A budget shortfall is helping to raise optimism about iGaming in the state Efforts to legalize online casino gambling in Illinois are gaining momentum as lawmakers push for new legislation. Senator Christina Castro and Representative Edgar Gonzalez have introduced Senate Bill 1963 and House Bill 3080, aiming to establish the Internet Gaming Act. This marks
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Austria No Longer Interested in Giving up Casino Monopoly
The country’s new coalition government will keep the state gaming monopoly intact Austria has decided to maintain its online casino monopoly instead of opening the market to competition. The new coalition government, made up of the People’s Party (ÖVP), the Social Democrats (SPÖ), and the Liberal Party (NEOS), plans to issue a single 15-year online
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
The Effectiveness of Insurance in Live Dealer Blackjack
Take advantage of insurance wisely and cautiously at the blackjack tables Insurance in live dealer blackjack is often presented as a way to protect against the dealer having a natural blackjack, but its effectiveness largely depends on the player’s strategy and understanding of probabilities. The insurance option becomes available when the dealer’s face-up card is
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,
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
Thailand’s Casino Bill Could Be Ready in March
The legislation is advancing despite overwhelming opposition from lawmakers and the public Thailand’s proposed casino legislation is moving closer to reality, with the Entertainment Complex Business Act expected to be submitted to the Cabinet for approval on March 4. If approved, the bill will proceed to Parliament for further deliberation, marking a significant step toward
Iowa Casino Smoking Ban Legislation Passes Latest Test
A bill seeking to prohibit smoking in casinos has been approved by a House subcommittee Legislation aiming to ban smoking inside Iowa’s state-licensed casinos has taken a step forward, moving through a House subcommittee. If passed, the bill would remove the long-standing exemption that has allowed casino floors to permit smoking, unlike bars, restaurants, and
North Dakota Tribal Casino Bill Falls Short in Senate
The Senate stands in the way of legislation that would have allowed a new casino A bill that could have paved the way for a $300 million casino and resort near Grand Forks was rejected by the North Dakota Senate. Senate Bill 2376, which aimed to allow the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa to expand
Two Texas Bills Explore Gambling and Sports Betting Legalization
One bill would seek to legalize casinos and sports betting, the other just sports betting Lawmakers in Texas are once again debating whether to expand gambling in the state, with two proposed bills aiming to legalize sports betting and casino gaming. House Joint Resolution 137 (HJR 137) and House Joint Resolution 134 (HJR 134) have