How Illinois Sports Betting Tax Hike Could Set Up Online Casino
PlayUSA spoke with two key Illinois House lawmakers about the sports betting tax increase and how it could possibly impact online casino efforts.
Matthew Kredell
Senior lead writer, legislative affairs
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Dave & Buster’s Wagering Prohibition Left In Limbo By Illinois Legislature
The Illinois legislature didn't act on a bill to prohibit Dave & Buster's from facilitating app wagers but sponsor says it will come up again.
Illinois Sports Gambling Tax Rate Set To More Than Double For Top Operators
In what's becoming a concerning trend for the online gaming industry, a state increased online sports betting taxes to raise revenue in the state budget for the second consecutive year.
NY Bill Expediting Downstate Casino Licenses Faces Uphill Battle In Limited Time
Sen. Joe Addabbo's bill to expedite downstate New York casino licenses is probably a long shot, as the legislative session ends June 6.
Illinois Dave & Buster’s Gambling Prohibition Gets New Vehicle To Ride To House Passage
An Illinois prohibition on arcades facilitating wagers on their games got a new vehicle with the capability of reaching the finish line in the final week of the legislative session.
Racetrack Amends Lawsuit As Talks With Tribes Falter Ahead Of Minnesota Sports Betting House Vote
Following an unproductive meeting between representatives of tribes and horse racetracks Monday, Running Aces Casino and Racetrack has amended a lawsuit seeking additional leverage in Minnesota sports betting negotiations.
