Posts Tagged ‘COVID-19’
Bill To Legalize Remote Raffles In New Jersey Vetoed Temporarily
Senate Bill 2842 that would make remote raffles legal in New Jersey has been given a temporary veto by Governor Phil Murphy. Murphy has asked bill sponsors to make 25 amendments, mostly with the words used in the bill, before he will sign it into law. The biggest issue is Murphy only wants remote raffles…
Read MoreVirginia Wants To Be Rid Of Skill-Based Gambling Machines In 2021
Virginia legalized gambling terminals for one year, which will end in July 2021. Governor Ralph Northam currently has no intention of renewing these machines to stay legal and instead will ban them from the Commonwealth when the bill expires. In November, five towns in Virginia will be given the opportunity to vote on having legal…
Read MoreAmerican Gaming Association Reports Third Month Of Revenue Growth
July 2020 brought in $2.83 billion in revenue from commercial casinos. Commercial casino revenue from 2019 is still down 23.9% LAS VEGAS — Things are starting to look up for the American Gaming Association (AGA) as they have reported a growth in U.S. commercial casino revenue for a third straight month. The fact that the…
Read MoreCasinos In Atlantic City Suffer $112M Loss In 2nd Quarter
The nine casinos in Atlantic City had a combined loss of $112 million in the second quarter because of the three-month period they were closed because of COVID-19. Online gambling platforms fared better for New Jersey even allowing a few to profit during the mandatory closures of land-based establishments. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Atlantic City…
Read MorePennsylvania Sees Massive Financial Losses From Casino Closures
In the three months of mandatory shutdowns from the Coronavirus, Pennsylvania’s 12 casinos lost an estimated half a billion dollars in revenue for the state. Research analysts from the Allegheny Institute for Public Policy expect the Keystone State to continue to feel the effects of these losses in the years to come. PITTSBURGH – Pennsylvania…
Read MoreAGA Says They Require More Federal Funds To Stay In Business
The American Gaming Association (AGA) is requesting more financial help through federal aid, specifically the current proposal known as the HEALS Act. According to the President and CEO of the AGA, Bill Miller, further funding is crucial for the gaming industry in the United States to weather the storm of COVID-19. WASHINGTON, D.C. – The…
Read MoreMaryland Lawmakers Discuss The Potential For In-State iLottery
An iLottery may be in Maryland’s future as the topic has been brought up to the House Ways and Means Committee. With other gaming revenue reaching all-time lows, the Maryland Lottery is expected to go over the estimated $571 million in revenue for the year. BALTIMORE – As Maryland’s budget deficit continues to grow higher…
Read MoreBetting Handle Shows Deadwood Casinos Came Back To Life In June
Deadwood Casinos in South Dakota managed to have a successful June as they reopen slots and table games. The casinos have been shut down since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. The betting handle has been reported as a 13.75% increase from June 2019. PIERRE, S.D. – Deadwood Casinos in South Dakota have reopened their…
Read MoreNew Jersey Casinos Opening With Increased COVID Restrictions
New Jersey Casinos are reopening with numerous restrictions designed to limit the spread of COVID-19. There is no smoking, drinking, or eating allowed inside of New Jersey casinos upon reopening. Governor Phil Murphy banned indoor dining saying crowds weren’t behaving responsibly enough. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – New Jersey casinos are continuing their march towards reopening…
Read MoreCasinos Continue Safety Protocols As Gamblers Raise Concerns
To help prevent the spread of the coronavirus even more, some casinos have been considering cashless gaming options. As casinos have been reopening, they have been implementing different safety measures for their guest’s safety. The odds these casinos remain open with growing coronavirus cases are not favorable but protocols are in place. LAS VEGAS —…
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