Legal
May 28, 2021
Connecticut Expands Gambling, Legalizes Online Poker
On Thursday this week, Governor Ned Lamont approved House Bill 6451. The bill legalizes online poker and sports wagering in Connecticut. Although the bill has already passed the House, Senate and received approval from the Governor, final approval is expected by the Department of Interior. Governor Ned Lamont approves House Bill 6451 Last week, Connecticut’s […]
Legal
March 4, 2021
Eastern Connecticut Cannot Accept a Tribe Left Out of the Game
Eastern Connecticut lawmakers “cannot accept” a gambling deal between Gov. Ned Lamont and the Mohegan Tribe, which leaves out the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. Lawmakers Want Both Tribes to Come to Agreement On Tuesday, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announced that his administration made a deal with the Mohegan Tribe that could result in the legalization of online gambling and sports […]
Legal
March 3, 2021
Gov. Lamont, Mohegan Tribe Agree on iGaming and Sports Betting
The Mohegan Tribe in Connecticut and Governor Ned Lamont have reached an agreement that would allow sports betting and online gaming. Announced on Monday this week, the new agreement is expected to raise millions of dollars boosting the state’s economy and budget. Gov. Lamont Reaches Agreement with the Mohegan Tribe The Mohegan Tribe and the […]
Legal
January 7, 2021
Betting Legalization Receives Support by Gov. Lamont in CT
In his State of the State Address, Governor Ned Lamont revealed that he is already working with neighboring states and tribal partners to “modernize gaming” in Connecticut. Besides the legalization of sports betting, Connecticut may also push forward the legalization of marijuana this year. Will Connecticut Legalize Sports Betting and Marijuana in 2021? It looks […]
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October 10, 2020
Gaming Legislation in Connecticut Brought Back for Consideration
Gaming legislation in Connecticut will be back on the agenda, as state Senator Cathy Osten is prepared to resubmit her bill two weeks before the annual session of the General Assembly, stating the bill is designed to resolve long-term gaming issues for lawmakers. The Senator Democrat from Sprague is meeting with her colleagues to discuss […]
Casino
May 24, 2020
Foxwoods Resorts Casino and Mohegan Sun Will Re-Open June 1
Mohegan Sun, the casino resort operated by the Mohegan Tribe, and Foxwoods Resorts Casino, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation gaming complex, will push forward with their re-opening plans starting June 1. The tribal casinos in Connecticut are outside of the jurisdiction of the state and will re-open partially their entertainment facilities despite strong opposition from […]
Legal
April 6, 2020
Connecticut Governor Says No to Online Tribal Gaming Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The Governor of Connecticut, Ned Lamont, has dismissed a request by tribal operators on Friday, April 3, asking the state enable online gambling without revising gambling compacts and passing proper legislation. CT Governor Turns Down to Enable Tribal Gambling in Time of Pandemic Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont made a statement on Friday, April 3, tersely […]