Taxes

Tax Change in Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Could Devastate Professional Gamblers

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A controversial tax amendment tucked into the Senate-passed version of President Donald Trump’s sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) is drawing sharp criticism from gamblers, lawmakers, and gaming indu...

Wyoming Legislature Proposes Significant Tax Increases on Gambling Industries

Vanja Mitic
Online gaming software, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Mobile gaming, Licensed online casinos in USA, Horse Racing, Sports betting, Taxation, Online Gambling News, Taxes, Wyoming
A legislative committee in Wyoming has proposed sweeping tax hikes targeting the state's gambling sector, signaling a move to tighten regulations and capture a larger share of the growing revenue from gaming ac...

FanDuel to Introduce Per-Bet Fee in Illinois Following New State Tax

Johnny K.
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Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of FanDuel, has announced a new transaction fee that will impact sports bettors in Illinois later this year. Beginning September 1, 2025, customers placing bets on FanD...

Brazil’s Betting Sector Sounds Alarm Over Potential Tax Increases

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As Brazil's government considers tax reforms to offset potential fiscal shortfalls, leaders from the country’s licensed betting industry have issued a strong collective warning: raising taxes on regulated opera...

Illinois Sports Betting Tax Hike Triggers Market Drop and Industry Outcry

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The online sports betting industry took a significant hit this week after Illinois lawmakers unexpectedly approved a budget that includes a steep new tax on individual wagers, sending shockwaves through Wall St...

Illinois Budget Passes with Significant Sports Betting Tax Hike

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In a late-night vote just minutes before the constitutional deadline, Illinois lawmakers passed a $55.2 billion state budget that introduces sweeping changes to the taxation of sports wagering. The new fiscal p...

Louisiana House Passes Revised Bill to Raise Online Betting Tax

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Louisiana lawmakers have taken a significant step toward restructuring the state’s online sports betting tax framework with the House’s passage of an amended version of House Bill 639. The legislation, introduc...

Ohio Prepares for New Online Casino Legislation

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Ohio is on the verge of considering new legislation that would allow residents to participate in online casino gambling, a move designed to create additional state revenue while avoiding controversial tax hikes...

Bipartisan Effort to Eliminate Outdated Sports Betting Tax Gains Momentum

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In a persistent move to modernize sports betting regulations, bipartisan co-chairs of the Congressional Gaming Caucus, Democratic Representative Dina Titus of Nevada and Republican Representative Guy Reschentha...

New Jersey’s Proposed Tax Hike on Online Gambling Sparks Industry Backlash

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In a bold fiscal move, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed significant tax increases on online sports betting and internet gambling, sparking widespread concern among casinos and betting firms. The pro...

Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Rises Over 10% in January 2025

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In January 2025, Pennsylvania's gaming landscape showcased impressive financial performance, marking a significant uptick across various gaming and fantasy contest venues. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board ...