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Amid March Madness, Gaming Group Calls for Regulated Betting System

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PASPA, a federal law passed in 1992, largely prohibits betting outside of Nevada. billion estimated for this year’s tournament, only about 3 percent ($295 million) will be wagered legally through Nevada sports books. Ninety-seven percent of that betting is illegal under the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act. Of the $10.4

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Gaming Manufacturers Hit the Jackpot With Skills-Based Slots Bill

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A newly signed Nevada law paved the way for skills-based slot machines in the state’s casinos. For one, “slot revenues are flat and declining across North America,” he said. Our members want to be able to create a new game that conforms to the regulatory structure not just in Nevada, but in multiple markets.

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