The casino operator has new lobbying efforts to convince lawmakers they need casinos Las Vegas Sands is intensifying its campaign to garner support for the legalization of gambling and the development of destination resorts in North Texas. This effort is timed to align with the upcoming 2025 legislative session and forms part of a larger
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UAE closer to introducing casinos with passage of new lottery laws
The appointment of a lottery operator and the publication of lottery rules is a step toward casinos The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a significant step towards the introduction of casinos with the recent passage of new lottery rules. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has published its casino and gaming licensing rules,
Maryland lawmaker confirms no iCasino talk until 2026
Maryland gamblers will likely have to wait until 2027 before visiting an online casino Maryland, a state with a high potential for online gaming legalization, is unlikely to see its first internet casino (iCasino) until 2027 or later. This was confirmed by Maryland Senator Ron Watson at a recent gaming industry conference, where he reiterated
Brazil delays vote on casino legalization once more
The Senate won’t vote on the bill until after they return from recess In a not-too-surprising development within Brazil’s legislative landscape, the Federal Senate adjourned its session on July 18 without addressing the much-anticipated bill 2.234/22, which seeks to authorize the establishment of retail casinos. This postponement pushes the debate over the legalization of casinos,
California’s Bear River Casino has a new poker room
The new poker room is only open four days a week, but it’s a start Bear River Casino Resort, a premier gaming destination located in Loleta, California, has recently enhanced its gaming experience with the grand opening of a new poker room. The Poker Den, which officially opened its doors in March, has been met
Detroit’s MotorCity Casino plans on shutting down its poker room
While many casinos are expanding their poker action, MotorCity’s going the opposite way Michigan’s poker scene is about to lose a major player. MotorCity Casino in Detroit has announced the closure of its poker room, scheduled for August 5, 2024, at 6:00 AM. While the official reason for the closure remains undisclosed, the move comes
New Brazil bill could alter the casino landscape
The bill changes the laws on beachfront property, possibly changing where casinos can be built Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, has reintroduced a highly contested bill that could significantly alter Brazil’s coastal landscape. The legislation aims to transfer authority over coastal land from the federal government to state,
Argentina considering ban on ATMs in casinos
The initiative is reportedly an attempt to increase responsible gambling oversight Argentina is considering a significant regulatory change in its gambling industry, with lawmakers proposing a ban on ATMs within casino premises. This move is part of a broader effort to address concerns about problem gambling and its associated social and economic costs. The proposed
Iowa lawmaker may try to thwart casino expansion in the state
Legislators are already taking sides on whether the state needs to add new casinos in 2025 Iowa’s 2025 legislative session promises a heated debate on gambling expansion. Lawmakers are divided on allowing new casinos, with concerns about existing casino revenue and potential benefits sparking disagreement. Representative Bobby Kaufmann (R-Wilton) is leading the charge against new
Brazil’s Finance Ministry gives a boost to casino legislation
The backing could signal renewed positive momentum for the bill The long-awaited legalization of casinos in Brazil might be edging closer to reality. A recent meeting between Senator Irajá Silvestre, Rapporteur of the Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ), and Finance Minister Fernando Haddad has yielded significant support for Bill 2,234/22, which proposes legalizing and regulating
Iowa ready to receive new casino license applications
The Racing Commission will start reviewing applications this week Casino hopefuls in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, are gearing up for a potential new development. A joint application from Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association is expected at the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) by the end of the month, marking the
Expanded poker room coming to Twin Rivers Lincoln casino
The Rhode Island casino is getting an upgrade that it hopes will attract more poker players Bally’s Corporation and Maverick Gaming have joined forces to establish the Bally’s Maverick Poker Room at Bally’s Twin River Casino & Hotel in Lincoln, Rhode Island. This strategic partnership brings together Bally’s regional casino expertise with Maverick’s established presence