Tag: Skill games
OPINION: Protect Pennsylvania communities by regulating skill games
When asked why he robbed banks, the infamous crook Willie Sutton reportedly responded, “Because that’s where the money is.” Today,... more
Future of Virginia skill games unclear as Senate rejects governor’s proposal
The fate of slots-like skill games in Virginia convenience stores and truck stops remained in limbo Wednesday as the state Senate voted to... more
Convenience stores shut down Virginia Lottery sales in protest over skill game restrictions
At Krunal Patel’s convenience store outside Richmond, a row of Queen of Virginia skill games has been powered off and turned around... more
Virginia governor explains skill games amendments, says 2020 law inspired rule prohibiting skill games within 35 miles of a casino
Governor Glenn Youngkin is defending his decision to make big changes to a bill meant to legalize skill games in Virginia. Youngkin told... more
Virginia governor amends, toughens skill games legislation, sends it back to lawmakers
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has proposed a rewrite of legislation intended to legalize and tax skill games, adding... more
OPINION: To protect casino revenue and jobs, Pennsylvania lawmakers should regulate and tax skill games
As lawmakers consider Gov. Josh Shapiro’s timely proposal to tax and regulate skill games, they would be wise to follow the blueprint... more
Economist’s Pennsylvania gambling policy brief highlights revenues, risks
Frank Gamrat, Executive Director of the Allegheny Institute for Public Policy, has published a three-page policy brief on the state of... more
Virginia: Skill game supporters urge governor to deliver on his past promises
Skill game supporters in Virginia held a rally in Richmond Tuesday, urging Gov. Glenn Youngkin to remain true to campaign promises that he... more
Philadelphia City Council faces lawsuit over casino-style ‘skill game’ regulations
A yearslong legal battle between Philadelphia leaders and gaming companies reached has reached a fever pitch after a bill to dramatically... more
Missouri Minority House Leader proposes gambling regulation
Missouri House Minority Leader Crystal Quade has introduced House Bill 2835 to address unregulated gaming machines and to legalize sports... more