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FSGRN urges Senate to limit gaming bill to the FCT

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The Federation of States Gaming Regulators of Nigeria (FSGRN) has petitioned Nigeria’s Senate to restrict proposed bill HB.2062 to the Federal Capital Territory, reportedly arguing that wider federal control would infringe state powers. The bill has passed the House of Representatives and would replace the 2005 National Lottery Act and its 2017 amendment.

The Senate petition highlights a dispute over whether gaming authority should rest with Nigerian states or the federal government.

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Texas representative proposes referendum on casinos and sports betting

Texas representative Charlie Geren filed a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment that would let voters decide on casino gaming and sports betting on 2 November 2027. The proposal would limit casino gaming to physical premises, cap the state at 10 casinos and set a maximum tax rate of 15% of gross gaming revenue; online casino gaming is excluded.

Texas state representative Charlie Geren has filed a proposed constitutional amendment that would put casino gaming and sports betting to a statewide vote on 2 November 2027 if passed.

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