North Carolina hasn’t even yet approved land-based gambling expansion, but iGaming is on the table The question that iGaming lobbyists have for state lawmakers in North Carolina is simple. Since online sports betting and lottery games are now legal, why shouldn’t state residents be able to play online casino games? Advocates hope to include the
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North Carolina’s casino legislation efforts continue controversy
Local lawmakers in Nash County clash with residents over the casino’s future The prospect of having a casino, hotel, and entertainment venue in Rocky Mount has support from many because of the jobs and revenue it would bring to the area. However, opponents believe the casinos would harm the communities they would be located in.
Virginia casino measure for Richmond faces legal challenge
Casino opponents hope a vote planned for November never takes place A Richmond, VA, bingo hall that operates nonprofit charitable gaming is attempting to block the city’s latest action to build a Southside casino resort. A planned vote for the casino measure this November may never happen. In July, a Richmond Circuit Court judge signed
Illinois to allow felons to work at casinos
Having a criminal record may not be a deal-breaker for those looking for casino jobs On Friday, Gov. JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill 1462 (SB 1462), an amendment to the Illinois Gambling Act, allowing individuals with certain felony convictions to seek employment in non-gaming positions at casinos throughout the state. The bill was authored by
North Carolina county selected for casino wants final say
If NC moves forward with its casino legislation, Nash County wants to decide its own fate North Carolina lawmakers are weighing legislation to allow one commercial casino in three counties, Nash, Anson and Rockingham. Should everything continue to move forward, the Board of Commissioners of Nash County wants a voice in the matter. The Board
Maryland reportedly exploring effectiveness of online casino market
The state has brought in a global consultancy to study online gaming’s viability The efforts to legalize online slots and table games were a hot topic in the Maryland legislature this year as Senate Bill 267, introduced in January by Sens. Ron Watson (D-Prince George) and Nancy King (D-Montgomery), aimed to ask state voters if
Virginia residents try to block casino legislation
Some residents don’t believe lawmakers should have the final word on casino expansion This week, Virginia’s Nash County Board of Commissioners voted 6-1 in favor of an ordinance that would solicit the state to approve conducting a local referendum on a proposed casino if lawmakers legalize commercial gambling. The general consensus is that the local
North Carolina county fights against attempt to legalize casinos
There’s a rift in North Carolina over whether more casinos should be allowed An estimated 500 residents of a North Carolina community targeted for a casino resort came out to oppose those actions this week. Rockingham County is among three that could be designated to host a commercial casino under the legislation, but it isn’t
Connecticut delays study on gambling expansion
Connecticut legislators continue to question the need for online casinos A long-awaited study of the impact of legalized gambling on Connecticut residents will begin in two weeks. While it is an important part of the state’s effort to expand gambling legislation, it’s also yet another delay in the process. The study will begin on August
North Carolina lawmakers supporting casino expansion face questions
At least eight lawmakers received money from a company hoping to build a casino in the state North Carolina lawmakers are considering casino legislation that would allow a single company to build three casinos throughout the state. However, campaign contributions from executives at Baltimore-based casino development company The Cordish Cos. to legislators have raised questions
North Carolina city expresses interest in casino as legislation advances
Rocky Mount is on board with plans to possibly bring a casino to the city Rocky Mount, North Carolina, recently threw its hat into the ring as a potential host city for a new land-based casino. Republican leaders in the General Assembly are working on strategies to boost legal gambling in the state, which could
Virginia voters to hit the polls again to decide Richmond’s casino fate
State lawmakers can’t stop a new ballot initiative in Richmond after the last one failed two years ago The Richmond Office of Elections has revealed that the bid to build a casino will again be on the ballot this November for Richmond voters. Last week, the Virginia Lottery gave the green light to a preliminary