Casino Industry Legal News & Legislation

Ex-Senator, Casino Owner Pleading Guilty to Fraud
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Former Senator and Casino Owner Pleading Guilty to Fraud Possibly in the Millions

The 64-year-old is reportedly ready to accept punishment for spending $255,000 on personal expenditures, court documents obtained by Concord Monitor show.
Tennessee Becomes Latest State to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Tennessee Becomes Latest State to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed a bill into law banning sweepstakes casinos.
New York Bill Would Require Sportsbooks To Void Bets After Injuries
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

New York Bill Would Require Sportsbooks To Void Bets After Injuries

New York lawmakers are proposing new protections for sports bettors impacted by injuries on their wagers.
Rhode Island Attorney General Sues Kalshi and Polymarket
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Rhode Island Attorney General Sues Kalshi and Polymarket

Rhode Island officials claim prediction markets are operating outside the state’s legal gambling framework.
New Jersey Considers Series of Responsible Gaming Bills
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New Jersey Presents Multiple Responsible Gaming Bills, Tax Hike Proposal

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Pennsylvania Police Shut Down Alleged Illegal Gambling Operation
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Pennsylvania Police Shut Down Alleged Illegal Gambling Operation

Pennsylvania police uncovered an alleged illegal gambling operation tied to a Queen of Hearts game.
Iowa Expands Powers To Crack Down on Illegal Sweepstakes Gambling
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Iowa Expands Powers To Crack Down on "Illegal Sweepstakes" Gambling

Iowa regulators can now issue cease-and-desist orders against illegal gambling operators statewide.
New Mexico Pueblos File Lawsuit Against Kalshi, Allege Violating Tribal Gaming Laws
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

New Mexico Pueblos File Lawsuit Against Kalshi, Allege Violating Tribal Gaming Laws

New Mexico tribes claim Kalshi’s prediction markets violate tribal gaming sovereignty and federal law.
Wyoming Gambling Task Force Renewed To Pursue and Refine Gambling Legislation
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Wyoming Gambling Task Force Renewed To Pursue and Refine Gambling Legislation

Wyoming lawmakers are continuing efforts to address illegal gambling and update state gaming laws.
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby Seeking Expedited NCAA Eligibility Decision
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby Seeking Expedited NCAA Eligibility Decision

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby remains under investigation for alleged gambling violations.