A coalition of three South Virginia organizations has united to raise awareness about problem gambling across the state. The Southern Virginia Problem Gambling Cooperative (SVPGC) is taking steps to educate residents on the risks of gambling. The group includes the Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services Board, Southside Behavioral Health, and Piedmont Community Services. The group’s focus is […]
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IRS Targets $13 Billion in Unreported Casino Winnings with New Tax Enforcement Initiative
October 08, 2024 – The IRS has launched a major effort to recover $13 billion in unreported gambling winnings. The federal government is intensifying its efforts to ensure that all gambling income from both online and retail casinos is properly taxed. This move marks a significant push to close the tax gap, especially as online […]
Ohio Introduces First Online Casino Bill: Legislation Faces Uncertain Future
Ohio has taken its first official step toward legalizing online casino gaming. This week, State Senator Niraj Antani introduced Senate Bill 312, aimed at allowing Ohio’s 11 casinos and racinos to offer online casino apps. While the bill marks a major milestone for iGaming in the state, its future remains uncertain, as lawmakers may not […]
Indiana and Iowa Face Roadblocks in Online Casino Legislation
Efforts to legalize online casinos in Indiana and Iowa have hit significant roadblocks, with political opposition and industry disagreements stalling progress in both states. Despite the nationwide trend towards the legalization of online gambling, these two states have encountered unique challenges that have kept their online casino bills from moving forward. Indiana’s Political Climate and […]