Mississippi’s bid for mobile sports betting ends in deadlock as the House and Senate fail to reconcile differences. Concerns over the impact on existing casinos and the inclusion of online casino gambling contributed to the impasse. A renewed effort may emerge next year with potential compromises.
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North Carolina State Representative Marcia Morey (D) filed House Bill 967 that would ban player props on college athletes, a movement gaining steam throughout the nation.
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Popular restaurant and arcade chain Dave & Buster’s recently announced they would be adding a betting feature to its mobile app in which friends can place a friendly wager on arcade competition. However, an Illinois legislator is sponsoring a bill to make sure that doesn’t happen.
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A recent survey commissioned by a clean-air group revealed that most Nevada voters support banning smoking in state casinos, including sportsbooks. Fifty-eight percent of respondents favored the ban, suggesting shifting attitudes towards clean air regulations in gambling venues.
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As New York’s downstate casinos loom, Atlantic City faces a pivotal moment. With Meadowlands eyeing a slice too, reinvention is crucial. Can it withstand the shifting tides with diversified offerings and superior service?
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Pennsylvania State Senator Wayne Fontana leads SB 1159, targeting online gambling by limiting credit card use, amidst concerns over escalating gambling habits and mounting credit card debt, reflecting on the state’s thriving but increasingly concerning gambling industry.
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Harrah’s Columbus is set to open its permanent location, signaling a new era in Nebraska’s gaming landscape. With live horse racing and a 28,000-square-foot casino, it’s a milestone for both the company and the state’s gaming enthusiasts.
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The Alabama House approved a compromise gaming bill, advancing it to the Senate for a three-fifths majority vote. The bill includes a state lottery, casino gambling, and slot-only casinos. If passed by the Senate, it will go to a statewide referendum.
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Sports betting recently launched in North Carolina but already there are rumblings that a bill will be announced to ban retail and mobile sportsbooks operating in the Tar Heel State from including college player proposition bets on their menus.
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Although Minnesota was projected to be one of the likeliest states to legalize sports betting in 2024, those odds plummeted after a horse track filed a lawsuit accusing two of the gaming tribes of offering illegal card games and damaging the track’s business.
