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Pouring Millions of Dollars Into Elsewhere

Seminole Tribe Pouring Money To Sink Sports Betting Ballot Initiatives

Florida isn’t big enough for any other sports betting and casino operators. That’s the opinion of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. According to campaign finance activity reports from the Florida Division of Elections, the tribe has poured more than $10 million into a group called “Standing Up for Florida.” According to campaign finance activity reports […]

Posted on: December 13, 2021 | JR Duren

Florida Sports Betting is the Anti-Santa of the Holidays, on Hold

Florida Sports Betting on Hold for the Holidays

It ended up being the anti-Santa. Florida sports betting magically appeared on Nov. 1 like a jelly-bellied St. Nicholas wiggling his way out of a fireplace into a quiet living room. And then, as quickly as he showed up, he left… and he took the presents with him. Formerly this past weekend, sports betting was […]

Posted on: December 8, 2021 | JR Duren

Sports Betting in Florida ed by Senator Brandes

One Florida Senator Who Voted Against Seminole Compact Speaks Out After Court Ruling

State Sen. Jeff Brandes thinks Florida could look to do sports betting outside a tribal compact after a federal judge vacated the previous agreement with the Seminole Tribe.

Posted on: December 7, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

FanDuel and DraftKings Back Sports Betting Initiative in Florida

DraftKings/FanDuel Initiative Battles Time, Seminoles In Final Push To Make Ballot

Looking at the Florida Division of Elections website, the numbers appear dire for the sports betting initiative backed by DraftKings and FanDuel. A spokesman for the initiative says those low totals are deceiving.

Posted on: December 3, 2021 | Matthew Kredell

Jim Allen, CEO of Seminole Gaming named next AGA chairman

Seminole Gaming’s CEO Allen To Head AGA Board

Jim Allen is leveling up. The Seminole Gaming CEO and Hard Rock International chairman named the next chairman of the American Gaming Association‘s (AGA) board. He will replace Trevor Croker, whose two-year term ends in January. “I’m thrilled to welcome Jim as AGA chairman,” AGA President and CEO Bill Miller said in a statement. “Jim […]

Posted on: November 30, 2021 | JR Duren

Judge rules in Florida betting and Seminole Tribe will react

With Appeal Filed, What Options Are Available In Florida For The Seminole Tribe?

Under 24-hours after Judge Dabney Friedrich ruled that the 2021 Compact between the State of Florida and the Seminole Tribe of Florida was incompatible with the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), the Seminole Tribe has filed an appeal to have the case heard by the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. The appeal was a […]

Posted on: November 24, 2021 | John Holden

Florida Sports Betting Benched by Fed Court Ruling

On Monday, a judge’s ruling slammed the door — at least for now — on all legal sports betting in Florida. Judge Dabney Friedrich ruled and vacated a compact between the state of Florida and the Seminole Tribe. Even so, as of Tuesday, the Hard Rock Sportsbook app remained at least partially active. However, due […]

Posted on: November 24, 2021 | Marian Rosin

More responsible gambling programs in FL

Lawmakers Push To Expand Responsible Gambling Programs In Florida

A new bill, HB 405, would expand Florida’s responsible gambling program. The bill, sponsored by a Republican and a Democrat, is titled “Compulsive and Addictive Gambling and Prevention” and was filed with the House of Representatives on Monday. “The Legislature recognizes the potential for persons participating in authorized wagering or gambling activities to develop compulsive […]

Posted on: November 18, 2021 | JR Duren