Tag: Legislation
Massachusetts lawmaker regrets vote to legalize gambling, wants to ban in-play prop bets
14 November 2025 at 7:50am UTC-5
Massachusetts Senator John Keenan introduced Senate Bill 302 on Wednesday, citing regret for voting for the legalization of sports betting in the state.
His bill, which he has ...
Malaysia tightens laws on corruption and gambling
10 November 2025 at 7:45am UTC-5
Malaysia has announced new amendments to the Sports Development Act 1997 to close loopholes and strengthen enforcement of gambling in sports.
Reported in The Star, Youth and ...
Tasmania lawmakers propose banning gambling ads at state venues
3 November 2025 at 7:13am UTC-5
Two independent Tasmanian Members of Parliament are proposing a motion that would ban gambling advertising in Tasmania.
Meg Webb, who represents Nelson, and Clark ...
Georgia sports betting push faces uncertainty after lawmaker resigns
30 October 2025 at 8:48am UTC-4
A state representative who was involved in Georgia’s efforts to legalize sports wagering has stepped down to focus on a separate business opportunity, according to Fox 5 News ...
New Zealand raises tax in online gambling bill to enable funding of community groups
29 October 2025 at 8:14am UTC-4
The New Zealand government has revised its emerging online gambling legislation to channel some of the country’s gambling revenue into local sports clubs and community ...
Legislative gridlock on sports betting is costing Oklahoma millions
27 October 2025 at 7:33am UTC-4
Oklahoma lawmakers are deadlocked on sports betting legislation, and it is costing the state millions in potential revenue.
The claim was aired at a Senate panel, and according ...
New Jersey lawmaker aims for ban on microbetting
27 October 2025 at 7:20am UTC-4
A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced a bill to ban microbetting, a form of sports betting that he says can fuel impulsive gambling and lead to financial ruin, particularly for ...
Philippines Department of Finance calls for gambling health warnings
24 October 2025 at 8:13am UTC-4
The Philippine Department of Finance has called for the introduction of health warnings to tackle the problem of online gambling addiction.
During a hearing of the House ...
Indian Supreme Court seeks government input on plea to ban online gambling
24 October 2025 at 7:23am UTC-4
India’s Supreme Court has asked the central government to respond to a public interest litigation that seeks a nationwide ban on online gambling platforms operating under the ...
Auckland cricket clubs fear funding loss under New Zealand’s proposed online gambling bill
24 October 2025 at 6:55am UTC-4
The Auckland Cricket Association has warned that New Zealand’s proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill could cut off crucial funding for community sport, threatening the future of ...
