Second Round Of Comments Roll In For Arizona Sports Betting Rules
The Arizona Department of Gaming is fielding public comments on its second draft of Arizona sports betting rules, on track for Sept. 9 launch. Read More
Posted on: July 7, 2021 |
Tax Rate, License Fees For AZ Sports Betting Released In New Draft
The AZ sports betting market could feature one of the more industry-friendly tax rates in the country. A second draft of rules released Friday by the Arizona Department of Gaming proposes separate tax rates for retail and mobile Arizona sports betting revenue: 8% on retail wagers 10% on mobile wagers The new draft also sets […] Read More
Posted on: July 2, 2021 |
WynnBet Secures Arizona Sports Betting Access With San Carlos Apache Tribe
WynnBet is making its play for Arizona sports betting market share, partnering with the San Carlos Apache Tribe. Wynn Resorts announced the partnership Friday morning. The access to the Arizona market is the 16th state in WynnBet‘s portfolio. Arizona sports betting is expected to launch Sept. 9. The state continues to progress on regulations, as the […] Read More
Posted on: July 2, 2021 |
Bally’s, Phoenix Mercury Pair Up For Arizona Sports Betting
Two partners new to sports betting are coming together prior to the Arizona launch. With the planned Sept. 9 launch of Arizona sports betting, Bally’s Corp. and the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury announced a partnership for market access Wednesday. The access partnership is the first for a women’s sports team, according to the release. While the deal gives […] Read More
Posted on: June 30, 2021 |
First Written Comments On Arizona Sports Betting Rules Released
The Arizona Department of Gaming published the first set of written comments for a draft of Arizona sports betting rules. The comments came a little more than a week after the rules draft was released and public comment sessions were held. The public comment period closed June 21. Most of the written comments echoed the […] Read More
Posted on: June 29, 2021 |
So What Exactly Is IGRA And Why Will It Shape Sports Betting In 2021?
In recent months, one federal statute has been cited repeatedly, perhaps more than any other federal law when discussing the expansion of sports betting across the country. That is the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, or as it is often referred to, IGRA. IGRA is the statute that will determine whether Florida is allowed to offer […] Read More
Posted on: June 29, 2021 |
Arizona Sports Betting On Track Following Public Comment Period
Aside from a few minor suggestions for changes, rules for Arizona sports betting took another step closer to the finish line Monday. The Arizona Department of Gaming held public discussions on a draft of AZ sports betting rules last week and Monday. The meetings should keep Arizona sports betting on track for a planneed Sept. […] Read More
Posted on: June 22, 2021 |
Arizona Sports Betting Rules Ready For Public Review
Arizona sports betting rules are ready for public comment. The Arizona Department of Gaming posted rules for both daily fantasy sports and sports betting in Arizona on Tuesday. Interested parties have until midnight on June 21 to submit comments. There are four areas under consideration: Number of skins License fees Tax rate (or what Arizona is […] Read More
Posted on: June 17, 2021 |
Arizona Sports Betting Receives Official Target Launch Date
Arizona sports betting is on track to launch in time for the NFL season. The Arizona Department of Gaming announced a target launch date of September 9 for sports betting in Arizona to go live. The date coincides with the official kickoff of the 2021 NFL season. Additionally, the department announced rules for the industry will […] Read More
Posted on: June 2, 2021 |
Compact Including Arizona Sports Betting Receives Federal Approval
Arizona sports betting passed another milestone Monday as the US Department of the Interior approved the state’s new tribal gaming compact. Gov. Doug Ducey signed the compact and accompanying legislation April 15. The compact modernizes the Arizona gaming industry, and includes retail and online sports betting in AZ. With Monday’s approval, a previously stated goal to […] Read More
Posted on: May 24, 2021 |