Florida Gambling News

Florida Sports Betting is the Anti-Santa of the Holidays, on Hold

Florida Sports Betting on Hold for the Holidays

It ended up being the anti-Santa. Florida sports betting magically appeared on Nov. 1 like a jelly-bellied St. Nicholas wiggling his way out of a fireplace into a quiet living room. And then, as quickly as he showed up, he left… and he took the presents with him. Formerly this past weekend, sports betting was […]
Posted on: December 8, 2021 | JR Duren
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Jim Allen, CEO of Seminole Gaming named next AGA chairman

Seminole Gaming’s CEO Allen To Head AGA Board

Jim Allen is leveling up. The Seminole Gaming CEO and Hard Rock International chairman named the next chairman of the American Gaming Association‘s (AGA) board. He will replace Trevor Croker, whose two-year term ends in January. “I’m thrilled to welcome Jim as AGA chairman,” AGA President and CEO Bill Miller said in a statement. “Jim […]
Posted on: November 30, 2021 | JR Duren
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Sports Betting Dead in Florida

Florida Sports Betting Benched by Fed Court Ruling

On Monday, a judge’s ruling slammed the door — at least for now — on all legal sports betting in Florida. Judge Dabney Friedrich ruled and vacated a compact between the state of Florida and the Seminole Tribe. Even so, as of Tuesday, the Hard Rock Sportsbook app remained at least partially active. However, due […]
Posted on: November 24, 2021 | Marian Rosin
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More responsible gambling programs in FL

Lawmakers Push To Expand Responsible Gambling Programs In Florida

A new bill, HB 405, would expand Florida’s responsible gambling program. The bill, sponsored by a Republican and a Democrat, is titled “Compulsive and Addictive Gambling and Prevention” and was filed with the House of Representatives on Monday. “The Legislature recognizes the potential for persons participating in authorized wagering or gambling activities to develop compulsive […]
Posted on: November 18, 2021 | JR Duren
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