Bowser proposes poker, blackjack and bingo bill for Washington DC
Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser introduced legislation to allow licensed venues to offer poker and blackjack and to establish a separate licensing scheme for commercial bingo, according to reports published on 9 October 2025. The proposal sets tax rates of 25% of gross gaming revenue for poker and blackjack and 7.5% for bingo; the bill would require Council consideration.
If enacted, the bill would create new licensing and tax rules for poker, blackjack and bingo in Washington DC.