The GOP is determined to ban casino smoking despite a recent court ruling Lawmakers in Atlantic City are renewing efforts to ban smoking in the city’s casinos, with New Jersey Assembly Republicans stepping in to support the push. On Tuesday, Republican leaders expressed their readiness to provide the necessary votes to pass the legislation if
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Argentine Lawmaker Introduces New Bill to Ban Online Casinos in Buenos Aires
This is the second time this year lawmakers strike out at online gambling in Argentina Argentine lawmaker Gabriel Solano has introduced a bill to ban online casinos in Buenos Aires, citing concerns over the increasing exposure of children to gambling. Solano, a City Legislator, raised the issue after receiving complaints from citizens worried about the
Thailand’s Casino Plans Now Include Three in Bangkok
The country’s new PM has confirmed plans to move forward with casino legalization Thailand’s new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, is planning to boost the nation’s economy with an initiative that includes the development of seven integrated casino resorts. According to local media reports, three of these large-scale resorts are proposed to be located in Bangkok.
Missouri Casino To Be Decided by Voters in November
A judge approves a measure to put a casino vote on the ballot this year This November, Missouri voters will decide whether a new casino can be built at the Lake of the Ozarks after a legal dispute brought the issue back to the ballot. The proposal had initially been blocked when state officials, led
Brazil Could Vote on Casino Bill This Week
Lawmakers might be on the verge of bringing back legalized casinos Brazil may be on the edge of a significant decision that could reshape its gambling landscape. The Senate is expected to vote soon on a long-debated bill that would legalize land-based gambling, including casinos, bingo, jogo de bicho, and betting on horse racing. This
Atlantic City Casinos Win Fight Against Smoking Ban
A state judge has ruled in favor of casinos, but proponents of the ban promise to continue fight Atlantic City’s casinos scored a significant victory on Friday when a judge ruled that smoking can continue on the casino floors. This decision offers a measure of relief to the city’s nine casinos, which have been struggling
Senate May Vote on Casinos in September
The chamber is being pushed into voting on the subject instead of waiting until later this year The Brazilian Senate is getting ready for a potentially significant vote on legalizing casinos by the end of September. Senator Irajá Abreu is leading the push to finalize and vote on Bill 2,234/22, which aims to update Brazil’s
It Seems There’s No Chance of Success for NY Bill To Expedite Casino Licensing
A bill that would have forced an expedited licensing timeline will die in two days Efforts to expedite the licensing process for downstate casinos in New York appear to be facing significant challenges. A bill passed earlier this summer by New York lawmakers aimed to accelerate the process and bring more transparency to it. However,
California Casino Expansion in the Works
A push by a local cardroom for new gambling laws has proved successful Tulare County, California, is set to see significant changes in its gaming industry following a recent decision by the Board of Supervisors to update the county’s gambling ordinance. This move, which was approved unanimously, will allow casinos in the county’s unincorporated areas
Good News for Thailand Casino Efforts as Inbound PM Promises Her Support
The country’s incoming prime minister has already confirmed her status on legalized casinos Thailand’s efforts to legalize casinos have gained momentum with the support of the country’s new Prime Minister (PM), Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Taking office yesterday, Shinawatra, who at 37 is Thailand’s youngest-ever PM, has expressed her commitment to continuing the push for casino legalization.
Massachusetts Might Discuss Online Casino Legalization Next Year
A state lawmaker has confirmed he’s working on a casino bill for the next legislative session Massachusetts could soon join the growing list of states exploring online casino legalization. State Representative David Muradian has indicated plans to introduce a bill in January 2025 that would pave the way for regulated online casino gaming in the
Brazil Casino Legalization Debate Restarting, but More Delays Possible
Legislators have resumed discussions about land-based casinos, although a vote could be months away The debate over legalizing casinos in Brazil is set to resume today, as the Senate takes up discussions on Bill 2,234/22. This bill, which seeks to modernize the country’s land-based gambling laws, has been in the works for years and aims