Gambling in the USA
Proposed California Initiative Enters Circulation: Authorises New Gambling Forms
The Attorney General of California has prepared the legal title and summary that is required to appear on initiative petitions. When the official language is complete, the Attorney General forwards it to the proponents and to the Secretary of State, and the initiative may be circulated for signatures. The Secretary of State then provides calendar deadlines to the proponents and to county elections officials. The Attorney General’s official title and summary for the measure are as follows:
AUTHORIZES NEW TYPES OF GAMBLING. INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AND STATUTORY AMENDMENT. Allows federally recognized Native American tribes to operate roulette, dice games, and sports wagering on tribal lands, subject to compacts negotiated by the Governor and ratified by the Legislature. Beginning in 2022, allows on-site sports wagering at only privately operated horse-racing tracks in four specified counties for persons 21 years or older. Imposes 10% tax on sports-wagering profits at horse-racing tracks; directs portion of revenues to enforcement and problem-gambling programs. Prohibits marketing of sports wagering to persons under 21. Authorizes private lawsuits to enforce other gambling laws. Summary of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance of fiscal impact on state and local governments: Increased state revenues, potentially reaching the tens of millions of dollars annually, from payments made by facilities offering sports wagering and new civil penalties authorized by this measure. Some portion of these revenues would reflect a shift from other existing state and local revenues. Increased state regulatory costs, potentially reaching the low tens of millions of dollars annually. Some or all of these costs would be offset by the increased revenue or reimbursements to the state. Increased state enforcement costs, not likely to exceed several million dollars annually, related to a new civil enforcement tool for enforcing certain gaming laws. (19-0029A1.)
The Secretary of State’s tracking number for this measure is 1886 and the Attorney General’s tracking number is 19-0029.
The proponents of the measure, Edwin “Thorpe” Romero, Jeff L. Grubbe, Anthony Roberts, and Marc Macarro, must collect signatures of 997,139 registered voters (eight percent of the total votes cast for Governor in the November 2018 general election) in order to qualify it for the ballot. The proponents have 180 days to circulate petitions for the measure, meaning the signatures must be submitted to county elections officials no later than July 20, 2020*. The proponents can be reached c/o Lance H. Olson of Olson, Hagel, & Fishburn, LLP at (916) 442-2952. The address for Olson, et al., LLP is 555 Capitol Mall, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814.
- Date adjusted for official deadline, which falls on a Sunday (Elec. Code § 15).
The Mechoopda Indian Tribe has announced that the Mechoopda Economic Gaming Authority (MEGA) Board has made the decision to suspend operations at Mechoopda Casino. The final day of operations will be Friday, January 31, 2025.
The Mechoopda Casino says this decision comes after months of deliberation and efforts to address the various challenges affecting the casino’s operations.
Dennis Ramirez, Tribal Chairman of the Mechoopda Indian Tribe, said: “Suspending operations at the Casino is a heart-wrenching decision that affects not only our Tribe but also our valued employees, customers, and the surrounding community. While this chapter is closing, our commitment to the Casino’s long-term vision remains steadfast. For over 25 years, this project has been a cornerstone of our economic development goals, and we will continue to work toward its future reopening.”
The Tribe is taking steps to support both its employees and community partners during this transition period:
Employee Support: The Tribe is committed to offering resources and guidance to assist team members through this difficult time.
Remaining Open Until January 31: The Casino will remain open through its final day of operation, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy the remaining days of service.
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Gambling in the USA
Three Big Game Parties – One Location! Tickets to viewing parties at the Plaza Hotel & Casino to watch Super Bowl LIX on Feb. 9 on sale now
Hotel room package offers discounted rates and $50 food & beverage credit
Tickets are now on sale to attend one of three Big Game viewing parties at the Plaza Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas on Sunday, Feb. 9 to watch Super Bowl LIX. With three party options to choose from, there is an event for everyone to enjoy.
Held annually inside the Sierra Ballroom within the expansive convention space on the third floor, the Plaza’s Big Game viewing party includes a complimentary stadium food buffet and free buckets of beer. There will be a cash bar for all other cocktails. The game will be broadcast on giant high-definition (HD) screens located at every angle in the room. Football fans will also have convenient access to make and cash out sports bets with William Hill’s satellite betting stations. Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets for the Big Game Viewing Party in the Sierra Ballroom are now on sale for $150 (plus taxes and fees) per person.
Guests can elevate their Big Game experience by attending the Plaza’s VIP Viewing Party held inside its intimate showroom on the casino floor. Guests enjoy an open bar through the end of the game and an upscale food buffet that rotates options every 45 minutes. Tickets for the VIP Showroom Party are $275 per person (plus taxes and fees).
The Sand Dollar Downtown will again hold its own Big Game Viewing Party for $35 per person (plus taxes and fees). Attendees will witness every thrilling moment of the game on the venue’s state-of-the-art HD screens. The Sand Dollar Downtown’s full cocktail, wine and beer menu will be available for purchase along with pizza from Pop Up Pizza.
All parties are open to guests 21 years or older. Tickets and more information about all of the viewing parties for the Big Game at the Plaza Hotel & Casino can be found at plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/the-big-game-viewing-party/.
Guests who book a hotel room at the Plaza by Feb. 2 can save up to 20% on room rates for a two-night minimum stay anytime Feb. 3-12. The Plaza’s Big Game 2025 Room Package also includes a $50 food & beverage credit. Rooms can be booked online.
Fans also can watch the game at the William Hill Sportsbook on the Plaza’s casino floor. With 20 TV screens and a giant seamless HD video wall encompassing more than 80 sq. ft., football fans won’t miss a moment of action as they relax in the sports book’s inviting lounge-like atmosphere steps away from an adjacent bar. William Hill will have more than 1,000 ways to bet on the Big Game via various prop bets. Complete details are available in the William Hill Sportsbook at the Plaza Hotel & Casino.
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Welcome to our weekly roundup of American gambling news again! Here, we are going through the weekly highlights of the American gambling industry which include the latest news and new partnerships. Read on and get updated.
Latest News
International Game Technology PLC announced that it is the first gaming industry supplier to receive the Internet Compliance Assessment Programme (iCAP) Ready accreditation for its iLottery operations from the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). Based on the original iCAP designed for gaming operators, iCAP Ready is a U.S. accreditation programme designed for gaming suppliers who are committed to upholding responsible gaming standards across their products and services. Supported by the NCPG, iCAP Ready utilises best practices from the Internet Responsible Gambling Standards to ensure suppliers implement and maintain responsible gambling policies, provide effective staff training and offer comprehensive player support tools.
Light & Wonder Inc. has announced Simon Johnson as the new CEO of the Company’s iGaming business. Simon has been with Light & Wonder since 2017 and has been instrumental in driving the international commercial efforts of the Gaming business in his most recent role as Senior Vice President and International Managing Director. As part of his new role, Simon will report directly into Light & Wonder President and CEO Matt Wilson and join the Company’s Executive Leadership Team.
Las Vegas sports betting venture Circa Sports awarded $20,266,000 in prizes to the winners of its professional football contests, Circa Survivor and Circa Million VI. Highlights of the winnings included the largest Circa Survivor pool in contest history of $14.26 million. This was split equally among C3 Picks, DREAM STAKES, MEATBALL BROTHERS, PUMBAPACK9, TY1823, VODKA JOHNNY, WHATEVERYALLWANT and Whiskey Business. The $1 million Circa Million VI prize went to Team BP.
Partnerships
ESPN and PENN Entertainment announced that 10 additional retail sportsbooks at key PENN properties will be rebranded to “ESPN BET Sportsbook” in early 2025 (subject to all regulatory approvals), increasing the total number of ESPN BET branded sportsbooks at PENN properties to 19. The new ESPN BET locations will serve customers across Pennsylvania, Colorado, Ohio, Iowa, Indiana and West Virginia under PENN’s popular Hollywood and Ameristar Casino brands.
The Ottawa Black Bears announced an extensive partnership agreement with PowerPlay Online Sportsbook and Casino that will see the company’s logo featured on the club’s home and away jerseys. In addition to the jersey partnership, PowerPlay will also have branding elements inside the goal crease, behind the bench, on the LED display ring and along the rinkboards for Black Bears home games at Canadian Tire Centre. As part of the deal, PowerPlay also becomes the exclusive sportsbook and online casino partner for the Ottawa Black Bears.
The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest growing and most innovative sports league, announced a multi-year partnership naming Cloudbet as the official and exclusive Sports Betting and Online Casino Partner of the PFL. This new collaboration will bring crypto-powered betting to PFL events, starting with the highly anticipated Road to Dubai Champions Series on January 25. Cloudbet has been a trusted name in the cryptocurrency world for over a decade. With this partnership, they will bring a whole new way to engage with MMA fans by combining their expertise in crypto sports betting with PFL’s innovative approach to fighting.
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