The 2024 election and what it could mean for the U.S. gaming landscape

Friday, September 6, 2024 8:03 PM
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  • Derek Helling, PlayUSA

State governments rolling out gaming expansion legislation in 2024 looks like a net failure. However, significant developments to restrict online gaming in the United States in 2024 also gained zero momentum, so the year might turn out to be mostly insignificant for the industry overall.

With just 65 days remaining until Election Day 2024, races in various states could have implications for 2025 and beyond when it comes to gambling. Four states will decide on new governors who could play a role in potential expansion, while numerous state legislatures bear some intrigue in this regard.

Many of the storylines have remained unchanged since the earlier version of this article.