by Christina Monroe | Jan 9, 2020 12:59 pm | Regulatory
Legalizing gambling in the state would require a majority vote by the public as well as two-thirds of both the State Senate and General Assembly in favor of the idea. Any revenue that would be gained from gambling would help fund the state’s education system. Both...
by Michael Molter | Dec 7, 2019 8:52 am | Regulatory
Georgia legislators introduced multiple sports betting bills last session but none were given much attention. As the SEC Championship features an in-state team, bettors are unable to place legal wagers at local sportsbooks. This lack of sports betting options leaves...
by Daniel Borjas | Nov 23, 2019 8:22 am | Regulatory
Sports betting was legalized in the United States in the last two years. Some sports betting markets are still developing around the world. Certain countries have had established sports betting markets for years now. LAS VEGAS – The United States is not the only...
by Christina Monroe | Nov 20, 2019 1:51 pm | Regulatory
The Economic Development Committee in Georgia wants to make gambling legal for its residents. Lawmakers have seen the potential revenue that neighboring states have acquired from these markets and realize the benefits for their own economy. Currently, gambling in most...
by Hasan Nabulsi | Oct 10, 2019 5:35 pm | Regulatory
Georgia’s current gaming laws prohibit all forms of gambling outside of lottery operations. A legal opinion issued out by the GA Legislative Services Committee cites that sports betting in GA may have to be approved by voters in order to totally avoid a lawsuit. The...
