Tag: Legislation
OPINION: How an overstuffed omnibus bill birthed a ludicrous federal tax on gambling losses
The problem with big omnibus-style spending bills — whether they’re “beautiful” or not — is that it’s pretty easy for a few... more
Brazil edges towards gradual gambling tax rise after Senate approves measure
The licensed Brazil gambling sector looks set to soon face an increased tax rate after the Senate approved a gradual rise. On Wednesday,... more
With NYC casinos approved, New Jersey’s Meadowlands casino plan still on track
With New York gaming officials approving three casinos in New York City, New Jersey public officials and business executives have set their... more
Rival Atlantic City takeover bill would return planning, zoning control to city
A Republican version of legislation to renew a state takeover of the city’s major decision-making power would return control over... more
U.S. senator calls for more federal oversight of sports betting
A US senator is calling for the federal government to take a bigger role in regulating sports betting to reduce the risk of corruption and... more
Finland lawmakers vote to scrap gambling monopoly; license application window opens March 1
The legislation overhauling Finland’s gambling industry has been approved by the country’s parliament by an overwhelming majority,... more
Ireland’s Labour Party calls for ban on gambling ads amid concern over promotions
Labour leader Ivana Bacik has urged that Ireland should follow other countries and ban all gambling adverts. The party leader was speaking... more
OPINION: Pennsylvania skill game tax wouldn’t be a surefire revenue boon
Last month, Pennsylvania lawmakers proposed a skill games tax to help bridge a large budget gap for the coming fiscal year. But unintended... more
Could Congress ban or limit sports event contracts with CFTC reauthorization deal?
Several members of a House of Representatives committee questioned the legality of sports event contracts during a hearing on authorizing... more
Las Vegas casino heavyweights implore Congress to restore gambling loss tax deduction
A handful of Las Vegas casino executives and the industry’s top Washington D.C.-based lobbyist recently met with a high-ranking... more










