Pat Evans

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  Iowa Legislature Passes Sweeptakes Casinos Bill As Session Winds Down

  In an extended session, Iowa lawmakers passed a bill that grants state regulators greater enforcement power against sweepstakes casinos.

  May 1, 2026
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  Louisiana House Advances Bill Classifying Sweepstakes Casinos as Racketeering

  Louisiana lawmakers advanced HB 53, a bill that would classify sweepstakes casinos and other gambling offenses as racketeering activity, escalating enforcement pressure.

  Apr 1, 2026
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  Betr Launches New Social Casino Within Super App

  Betr Social Casino is the company's fourth product within its single wallet super app and is available in more than 30 states.

  Mar 19, 2026
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  Hawaii Bill With Sweepstakes Casino Implications Deferred

  A bill that could have given regulatory authority to go after sweepstakes casinos in Hawaii was shelved this week.

  Mar 19, 2026
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  Minnesota Senators File Bill To Ban Sweeps Casinos, Target Dual-Currency Games

  A new piece of legislation in Minnesota aims to shut down sweepstakes casinos and their suppliers.

  Mar 16, 2026
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  Maryland Sweepstakes Casino Bill Gains Traction With MLGCA Backing

  Maryland Senate committee hears bill to strengthen regulatory enforcement powers against illegal operators, including sweepstakes casinos.

  Mar 11, 2026