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The “Lawful Internet Gaming Act” got squashed by Michigan Governor Rick Snyder just days before he left office. Had the bill passed it would have…
Michigan Fails to Legalize Online Gaming in 2018

The “Lawful Internet Gaming Act” was vetoed at the last minute by Michigan’s Governor just days before he left office.

Snyder vetoed the bill, effectively killing it dead in the water—despite the fact that he would be leaving office in 2019.
Michigan Online Gaming Bill Dead in the Water

After a last minute veto from the previous governor, online gaming bill will remain a work-in-progress in Michigan.

2018 should have been the year of progress of the “Lawful Internet Gaming Act” but it was not to be. Just days before the 2019 new year, the Act got vetoed by…
Online Poker in Michigan: Independent Guide for Players

2018 should have been the year of progress of the “Lawful Internet Gaming Act” but it was not to be. Just days before…

The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading advocacy group for the poker playing community in the United States, is seeking funding to be able to continue…
10 Questions for Rich Muny of the Poker Players Alliance

The PPA needs to raise money if it hopes to keep advocating on behalf of American poker players.

The state of Michigan is poised to be the center of attention for online gaming stakeholders in the United States come the start of the 2018 political season.
Michigan Looks to Hit the Ground Running with Online Gambling in 2018

The state of Michigan is poised to be the center of attention for online gaming stakeholders in the United States come…

The Michigan House Regulatory Reform Committee approved an online gaming legislative package last week before adjourning for the remainder of the year.
Online Gaming on Michigan’s Agenda in 2018

Lawmakers to consider online gambling bill in 2018 following committee approval in the House.

The Pennsylvania Senate reconvenes Monday tasked with addressing a $2.2 billion budget deficit. Online gaming is expected to help bridge the gap in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Remains Focal Point for US iGaming Expansion in 2017

All eyes interested in another US state legalizing online gaming are on the Pennsylvania Senate this week.

European regulatory news from the UK, Slovakia, Hungary, Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Spain and more.
Latest in iGaming Regulation: July 2017 Brief

A snapshot of all the latest in regulatory igaming developments across Europe, the United States, China, India, Australia and more.

The re-opening of borders in European online poker is finally taking some shape and confidence among regulators has never been higher.
Regulation Insight

The latest developments in the European, US and offshore markets.

Switzerland's Parliament has voted in favor of internet blocking of offshore online gambling companies.
Regulation Insight

News from Spain, Switzerland, Germany, France and Norway, plus all the latest in the United States and beyond.

A vote on amendments to the Interactive Gambling Act that would enforce a prohibition on most forms of online gambling and force out the major online poker operators has been tabled for a month.{
Regulation Insight

Activity in Australia, Russia, Holland and the United States could have an impact on the online poker landscape.

There has been little in the way of actual progress that stands out as something different from previous years.
US Online Gaming: Progress or Just Going Through the Motions?

Does 2017 hold real possibility for an expansion of regulated online gambling in the United States? The latest from Pennsylvania, California, Michigan and New York.

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