Despite Senate approval, House sports betting bill faces uncertainty as online wagering gets excluded. Without digital platforms, tax revenues could plummet, impacting both state and local finances. Debate ensues on reconciling differences before legislative session ends in May.
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Government Requests Second Extension in the Battle of Mobile Sports Betting in Florida
In the ongoing legal battle for online sports betting in Florida, US Solicitor General, Elizabeth Prelogar, has motioned for an extension of the government’s response in the US Supreme Court…
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There are already Minnesota sports betting bills sponsored by legislators in both chambers but a new piece of legislation has emerged that some believe may have the best chance of success in a state that has yet to reach a compromise on previous bills.
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The Alabama House of Representatives sent a comprehensive gaming package to the Senate but when it returned, the bill had been drastically amended, with sports betting excluded among other items.
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Louisiana has banned college player proposition bets in sports betting, effective August 1, 2024, to protect the integrity of sports and the safety of college athletes. This proactive measure aligns with calls from the NCAA president and follows similar actions in other states like Ohio, Vermont, and Maryland.
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Maine’s sportsbook license term has been shortened to one year to facilitate easier record-keeping for the Maine Gaming Control Unit. Governor Janet Mills signed the legislation, aligning with the unit’s recommendation for yearly licensing over the previous four-year term.
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Several downstate casino projects have been proposed but it appears as though more regulatory red tape will keep the state from accepting applications for three available licenses for at least another six months which would mean it could be late 2025 or later before those licenses are awarded.
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After many previous attempts to bring sports betting to the Minnesota masses, it appears as though this most recent effort is garnering the support needed to bring the North Star State closer to the finish line.
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Oklahoma is one of just 12 states that has not approved, licensed, and launched sports betting but it hasn’t been because of lack of effort. The support of the state’s Native American tribes is vital but thus far that approval has not been forthcoming.
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NCAA president Charlie Baker aims to eliminate college player props betting in states allowing them. With concerns over integrity and athlete well-being, Baker urges jurisdictions to follow suit, highlighting Ohio’s recent move as a step toward safeguarding student-athletes from harassment and abuse.
