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Bart Shirley

Bart Shirley

Verified Managing Editor - Evergreen
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Bart Shirley is the managing editor of evergreen content for PlayUSA. He’s been writing and reporting on the gambling industry since 2013.

Prior to working for PlayUSA, Shirley was a feature writer for QuadJacks, a site covering issues in poker. He also writes for BonusCodePoker, a poker satire site that lampoons the lighter side of card games. Shirley is a graduate of the MBA program at Texas Christian University’s Neeley School of Business and has a degree in English from Texas A&M University. He grew up in Houston, TX, and lives in Katy, just west of Houston.

Shirley is also a former high school teacher. He is married, has one daughter, and practices Brazilian jiu jitsu in his spare time.

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Hawaii Online Casinos
Although there’s not much to tell in the tale of Hawaii gambling, we have the most recent news and details about online gambling in Hawaii.
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Bart Shirley September 29, 2026
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Idaho Online Casinos
A complete guide to online gambling in Idaho. Learn about the legal lottery options and online casinos that make up Idaho legal gambling in 2026.
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Bart Shirley June 25, 2026
New Mexico
New Mexico Online Casinos
Here is a guide to all gambling available in the state of New Mexico, including online casinos, racinos, DFS, and tribal casinos.
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Bart Shirley June 25, 2026
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A Guide To Understanding The Wire Act
In 2026, the Wire Act serves mostly as a form of regulation on legitimate gambling companies and state agencies.
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Bart Shirley November 6, 2025
Rhode Island Online Casinos
Rhode Island Online Casinos
A rundown of all legal forms of gambling in Rhode Island, including casinos, sports betting, social casinos, and the state lottery.
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Bart Shirley November 6, 2025
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Legal Gambling Age By State
Find minimum gambling age for every US state by gambling activity - including casinos, sports betting, online gambling, lottery & more.
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Bart Shirley August 22, 2025
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Florida Gambling Laws: What You Can and Can’t Do in the Sunshine State
Florida Gambling Laws: What You Can and Can’t Do in the Sunshine State
The state of Florida does allow gambling but not everything is available to residents. Learn more about gambling laws in the Sunshine State.
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Martin Green October 1, 2026
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Hawaii Online Casinos
Although there’s not much to tell in the tale of Hawaii gambling, we have the most recent news and details about online gambling in Hawaii.
Bart Shirley
Bart Shirley September 29, 2026
PA Online Casino Bonuses & No Deposit Promo Codes
PA Online Casino Bonuses & No Deposit Promo Codes
Find the latest PA online casino bonus codes for new players and existing users. Learn about different bonuses available to Pennsylvania players.
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Ian St. Clair September 2, 2026
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Idaho Online Casinos
A complete guide to online gambling in Idaho. Learn about the legal lottery options and online casinos that make up Idaho legal gambling in 2026.
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Bart Shirley June 25, 2026
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Mississippi Online Casinos
Mississippi is one of the few states with legal sports betting. Which properties are the best Mississippi casinos for gambling and for betting?
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Martin Derbyshire June 25, 2026
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Online Casinos
Does Massachusetts have casinos? Is online gambling legal in Massachusetts? Understand Massachusetts’ gambling history and current laws before playing.
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Martin Green June 25, 2026