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Leagues Win Data Access Request In Virginia Sports Betting Regulations

There were not many massive changes in the Virginia sports betting permanent regulations from the drafted suggestions. One, however, gives sports leagues access to a lot of data whenever they request it. Read More

Posted on: September 15, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Virginia Lottery Approves Sports Betting Regulations

It feels like it's been years since the process started, but Virginia sports betting finally takes a big step forward Tuesday. Read More

Posted on: September 14, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Leagues Want More Data Via Virginia Sports Betting Rules

Plenty of comments on the proposed Virginia sports betting rules are rolling in before Wednesday’s deadline. That includes three major sports leagues, who apparently want to have their cake and eat it too on data. The NBA, MLB, and PGA Tour submitted joint comments, as they have in other jurisdictions. Penn National and DraftKings also […] Read More

Posted on: September 4, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Caesars Offers Cold Stance On Responsible Gaming in VA Sports Betting Pitches

It took 37 days, but the first noteworthy public comment was finally submitted on the proposed Virginia sports betting regulations. Caesars Entertainment, through lobbyist Ken Hutcheson, submitted a number of proposed changes they’d like to see in the regulations. While Caesars isn’t strictly a sportsbook operator – William Hill is taking over sportsbooks at Caesars […] Read More

Posted on: August 20, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Expedited Virginia Sports Betting Timeline Slowed, Hefty Fees Are Not

The accelerated process to determine regulations for Virginia sports betting officially kicked off Wednesday with partial regulations released for public comment. Read More

Posted on: July 15, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

New Virginia Sports Betting Timeline Could Bring Special Christmas Present

A preliminary schedule drafted by the Virginia Lottery suggests the state could allow legal sports betting by the end of December. Read More

Posted on: May 4, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

How Virginia Became Second State To Legalize Sports Betting In 2020

Virginia sports betting is officially legal after a rocky start with differing opinions on both sides of the legislature. Read More

Posted on: April 29, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Governor Expected To Sign Re-Approved Virginia Sports Betting Bills

Virginia sports betting is back in the hands of Gov. Ralph Northam after both chambers of the legislature approved his recommendations Wednesday. Read More

Posted on: April 21, 2020 | | Adam Candee

This Virginia Sports Betting Amendment Could Send License Fees Sky-High

Gov. Ralph Northam kicked the Virginia sports betting bill back to legislators with suggested amendments last week, one of which would boost license fees. Read More

Posted on: April 14, 2020 | | Adam Candee