Michigan and Louisiana regulators detail actions against illegal gambling operators
Michigan and Louisiana officials described state enforcement against unlicensed gambling operators during a Global Gaming Expo panel in the United States. Michigan Gaming Control Board chief of staff Kurt Steinkamp said the state sent 155 cease-and-desist letters in 2025 to date, after 12 in 2024, and was approaching 50% compliance; Louisiana officials said non-compliant operators could face investigation and prosecution.
The actions and possible prosecutions affect offshore operators’ ability to serve customers in these states.