A group of ‘major’ sports betting and online casino operators concerned that Pennsylvania gaming taxes could rise are setting aside millions for next year’s midterm elections, sources tell Legal Sports Report.
The operators intend to form a super PAC, which will let the group openly support politicians and causes throughout the election season. It will launch with $10 million in initial funding.
A source at a Pennsylvania sports betting operator told LSR last week that sportsbooks will have “no choice” but to pass the cost to bettors like they did in Illinois following a per-bet tax that began in July.
“Pennsylvania has rocketed to the top of the list of states where operators are looking to play big during next year’s midterm election,” said an industry source.
