Gaming Law & Legislation

Look here to stay abreast of breaking industry news related to the actions of lawmakers who create and codify the rules and regulators who enforce them. The Gambling Commission in the UK features prominently in this section due to the age and maturity of the marketplace there, but you can stay up to date around the globe by bookmarking this section.

From homegrown initiatives at the ballot box in rural America, to the fate of th six concessionaires in Macau as their licenses are set to expire betwwen 2020 nad 2022, to Asian marketplaces like Japan and Vietnam that are set to change the world casino landscape, you'll find all the news that's fit print here. Complementary sections include the over arching Gaming Industry News section as well as Licenses, Taxation, and Online Gambling Regulation.

Star Sydney Faces Prolonged Oversight as NICC Extends Special Manager’s Tenure

Star Sydney's ongoing regulatory challenges have taken a new turn, with the New South Wales Independent Casino Commission (NICC) deciding to?extend the tenure?of the casino's special manager. This decision come...

Cherokee Nation Challenges Arkansas Casino Ballot Measure in Supreme Court

In a significant legal move, Cherokee Nation Entertainment, together with a newly formed affiliate, has petitioned the Arkansas Supreme Court to?dismiss a ballot measure?that could obstruct their planned casino...

UK’s Betting and Gaming Council Unveils New Codes of Conduct for Sports Sponsorship

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has recently heralded the introduction of new?Codes of Conduct for Gambling Related Agreements across prominent sports organizations, marking a significant advancement in th...

US Senators Introduce WAGER Act to Eliminate Sports Betting Excise Taxes

U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) have recently introduced the Withdrawing Arduous Gaming Excise Rates (WAGER) Act, a pivotal piece of bipartisan legislation designed ...

Massachusetts to Initiate Online Lottery Targeting 2025 Launch

Following prolonged discussions and minimal progress, the Massachusetts Lottery is set to?embrace the digital era. Governor Maura Healey's recent approval of the?nearly $58 billion?state budget includes provisi...

Maine Sports Gambling Sees Impressive Start with $319M in Bets and $3.2M Tax Revenue

Since its inception eight months ago, Maine's newly legalized sports gambling market has quickly gained traction, although it's still too soon to declare its long-term success guaranteed. The ongoing?Olympic Ga...

Nevada Gaming Control Board Boosts Regulations and Tax Collection

The Nevada Gaming Control Board is actively pursuing a series of regulatory enhancements and technological advancements to bolster the gaming industry and increase contributions to the state’s general fund. Thi...

Nebraska to Decide on Online Sports Betting in November

In a decisive move to address fiscal challenges, Nebraska could see an item on the November ballot to legalize online sports betting following Governor Jim Pillen's?announcement. The governor highlighted the si...

China Enforces Strict Penalties for Cross-Border Online Gambling

In a determined effort to curb the growing menace of cross-border online gambling, the Supreme People's Court of China has issued a directive to courts across the nation, mandating the continuation of stringent...

Philippines Escalates Fight Against POGOs with Presidential Ban and Police Task Force

In a landmark decision, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared an immediate ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) during his latest State of the Nation Address. This directive is p...