Maine Online Poker Bill Just Passed -- But Governor Might Kill It

A new state could legalize online poker and casinos as Maine lawmakers pass igaming bill, but don’t get your hopes up—it’s likely to be vetoed.


Explainer: Setbacks in Maine, Maryland Dash Hopes for Online Poker in 2024

Lawmakers in both states will have to learn from missteps this year in order to be successful with expanding regulated online poker in 2025 and beyond.


Maine iGaming Bill Would Allow Online Poker -- But Faces Uphill Battle

LD 1777 in its current form would allow four tribes to offer online casino and poker, but two commercial casinos could not. The bill faces an uncertain future, considering the tribes just got a monopoly on mobile sports betting.


With DraftKings Aboard, Maine Sports Betting Just Got Interesting

Last spring, DraftKings said it wouldn’t launch in the state in part because it’s a small market and the operator would get a small cut of revenue. Which goes to show, never say never.


From KY to FL, Here Are The Next 5 States For Sports Betting

Kentucky is days away from becoming the latest state to offer sports betting. Maine, Vermont, and North Carolina are expected to follow, and likely in that order. A Florida launch is also expected but remains tied up in court.


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