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Louisiana lawmakers discuss online casino legalisation amid $4.6bn revenue claim

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Louisiana state representative Mike Echols said the state loses about $4.6bn annually to unregulated online casino platforms as lawmakers discuss whether to legalise online casinos. Louisiana Gaming Control Board chairman Chris Hebert warned of problem-gambling concerns, while Light & Wonder government affairs head Howard Glaser described how residents can access the sites.

The claimed revenue losses and problem-gambling concerns inform Louisiana’s debate over legalising online casinos and consumer safeguards.

End-of-day close Light & Wonder (LNW), AUD, to 24 January 2025
Story date28 October 202424 January 2025

Latest reported results

Light & Wonder ASX: LNW

Quarter ended 30 September 2026

Revenue
USD 824.0m10-Q filing 0000750004-26-000047
Operating income
USD 242.0m10-Q filing 0000750004-26-000047

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