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New York Attorney General Announces Shutdown Of 26 Online Sweepstakes Casinos
New York officials are not waiting for legislation to pass in order to rid the state of online sweepstakes casinos, as Attorney General Letitia James announced on Friday that all sweeps casinos have closed up shop in the Empire State. According to a press release, the Office of the Attorney Gener...
High 5 Casino Faces New Lawsuit From New Jersey Resident
A New Jersey resident has filed a lawsuit seeking to recover funds from High 5 Casino, alleging the site’s games are illegal gambling.
SGLA Enters Legislative Discussion With Scathing Comments On Bills In CT, Louisiana
SGLA slams new sweepstakes bans in Louisiana & Connecticut, calling laws rushed and a win for black markets over safe, free gaming.
Connecticut Sends Sweeps Ban Bill To Governor, Plus The Latest From Other States
Time is running out for states to pass sweeps casino bans. Some bills stalled, others surged, like Connecticut's. Here’s where things stand.
Federal Judge Sends Stake.us Case to Arbitration, Leaving Legality Unresolved
A recent ruling by a federal judge in California has directed a lawsuit against Stake.us, operated by Sweepsteaks Limited, to private arbitration. The case, filed by California resident Dennis Boyle, alleges that Stake.us operates an illegal gambling platform in violation of state and federal law...
Louisiana House To Debate Sweeps Ban Bill On Monday
Louisiana bill to ban online sweepstakes casinos heads to House vote Monday and, if passed, would be sent to the governor for his signature.
VGW Says It's Phasing Out Sweepstakes Play In NY: 'This Decision Wasn't Taken Lightly'
VGW to phase out Sweeps Coins in NY starting June 2: “This decision wasn’t taken lightly and was made ... in the best interests of all our stakeholders.”
Officially Signed Montana Sweeps Ban Bill Sets 'Dangerous Precedent,' SPGA Says
Montana officially bans sweeps casinos as SB 555 is signed, sparking SPGA backlash over vague language, threats to legal digital promotions.
Nevada Lawmakers Pass Bill Boosting Punishments For Unlicensed Operators, Including Sweeps Casinos
Nevada's legislature passes SB256 to crack down on unlicensed gambling, including sweeps casinos, with tougher penalties and profit seizures.
SPGA: 'We Share Common Values' With SGLA, Welcome Their Presence In Sweeps Advocacy
The SPGA welcomes its new ally, the Social Gaming Leadership Alliance, in the growing fight to defend sweepstakes gaming in 2025.
Louisiana House Committee Advances Senate Bill To Ban Online Sweepstakes Casinos
Facing a looming legislative deadline, Louisiana lawmakers are continuing their push to ban online sweepstakes casinos in the Pelican State. The House Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice heard Senate Bill 181 from Sen. Adam Bass, a proposal that cruised through the Senate last month b...
Ohio Becomes 12th State To Introduce Bill Targeting Sweeps Casinos
Fresh off the introduction of an Ohio iGaming bill, Ohio’s HB298 drops — aiming to ban dual-currency sweepstakes casinos statewide.
