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As of relatively recently, gambling was generally prohibited in the United States. You could visit a casino in places like Las Vegas, participate in some state lotteries, and buy tickets for charitable raffles, but options...more
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) held its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 6, 2024. The meeting was hybrid with in-person accessibility at 160 N. LaSalle St., 5th Floor Auditorium and via livestream. Board members present at...more
Before delving into the exciting Illinois Gaming Board meeting, we wanted to remind those who may be interested that the IGB is seeking public comments and proposals for a potential video gaming rulemaking. The rule could...more
The IGB held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. The meeting was hybrid with in-person accessibility at 160 N. LaSalle St., Fifth Floor Auditorium and via livestream. Board members present at this meeting included...more
In this episode of “Lawyers With Game,” host Darius Gambino from Saul Ewing’s Video Gaming and Esports Practice speaks to Eric Frank, CEO of Odds On Compliance, a consultancy firm focused on sports betting and gambling...more
The Illinois Gaming Board held its monthly meeting on Thursday, September 14, 2023. The meeting was hybrid with in-person accessibility at 160 N. LaSalle St., Fifth Floor Auditorium and via livestream. Board members present...more
On June 30, 2023, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed the district court’s ruling in West Flagler Associates, Ltd. v. Haaland. This will allow, at least for the present, the Seminole Tribe...more
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! On October 14, 2022, Gov. J.B. Pritzker issued a statewide disaster proclamation in response to COVID-19. In response, the Illinois Gaming Board determined it is not practical or prudent, nor is it...more
Happy holidays to you and your friends and families! On Oct. 14, 2022, Gov. Pritzker issued a statewide disaster proclamation in response to COVID-19. In response, the Illinois Gaming Board determined it is not practical...more
The Nevada Gaming Commission (“Commission”) recently amended Commission Regulation 5 to (i) allow hosting centers located outside of Nevada to house Nevada-regulated gaming equipment provided they register with the Gaming...more
On June 15, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court decided Ysleta del Sur Pueblo v. Texas, No. 20-493, holding that Texas cannot prohibit a federally recognized Native American tribe from engaging in certain gambling activities under...more
The IGB held its virtual monthly meeting on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Board members present at the April meeting included Chairman Schmadeke, Member Hayden and Member Bell. The meeting began with the approval of the...more
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced new guidance for Internet gaming (iGaming) advertising and marketing, leading up to the launch of the province's new iGaming market on April 4, 2022....more
The Illinois Gaming Board held its virtual monthly meeting on Thursday, March 10, 2022. Before we provide our summary of the meeting, we wanted to remind licensees that it is still illegal for locations to permit illegal...more
January was a busy month in the world of sports betting and igaming. Several states implemented new initiatives, including releasing regulations, launching sports betting operations, considering new legislation, and shifting...more
After a frigid, snowy start to the week, the IGB’s first (virtual) meeting of 2022 on Thursday, January 27 brought with it a welcome warm-up. Board members present included Chairman Schmadeke, Member Hayden, Member Garcia and...more
The IGB held its monthly meeting on October 20, 2021. As mentioned last month, the IGB has decided to continue its webinar-based meetings. Board members present included Chairman Schmadeke, Member Garcia, Member Hayden and...more
The IGB held its webinar-based monthly meeting on July 14, 2021. Members present included Member Ramirez, Member Hayden and Chairman Schmadeke. The meeting began with the approval of the June meeting minutes. Neither the...more
Happy New Year! Before discussing the monthly Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) meeting, we would like to remind all video gaming terminal operators and licensed locations that, while gambling activities have resumed and sports...more
Happy Holidays! We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season and remaining healthy. Before discussing the monthly IGB meeting, we would like to remind all video gaming Terminal Operators that you and your locations are now...more
The Illinois Gaming Board held its webinar-based special meeting on October 29, 2020. The primary purpose of the meeting was to address the pending casino applications. Members present included Chairman Schmadeke, Member...more
The Illinois Gaming Board held its webinar-based monthly meeting on September 17, 2020. As a reminder, the Board previously delegated authority to the Administrator to act on certain matters, so certain items were approved at...more
On June 10th, 2020, the Canadian Gaming Association (the “CGA”) released the draft Standards for Cashless Systems (the “Standards”) for industry comment. Cashless wagering systems allow players to participate in wagering...more
The Illinois Gaming Board held its second webinar-based monthly meeting on July 30 with new video capabilities. It should be noted that this is the first meeting since the Board delegated authority to the Administrator to act...more
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) rang in 2020 with a bang! Its most recent monthly meeting took place on Thursday, Jan. 30 in Chicago with a packed house, including media. All members, besides Member Garcia, were present...more