Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer appointed Jim Ananich as chair of the Michigan Gaming Control Board, the agency announced on 28 April. Ananich succeeds Linda Forte, whose term expired, and will serve through 31 December 2028.
The appointment changes leadership at the agency overseeing gaming in Michigan.
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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s FY27 budget recommendation includes higher taxes on sports betting and online gaming, according to the report.
Reportedly, MGCB renewed licences for Detroit’s three commercial casinos after its annual assessments. The renewals allow the properties to operate through September 2027 following checks covering finances, operational conduct and responsible gambling compliance.
Nevada Gaming Control Board chair Kirk Hendrick gave his farewell at his final meeting before leaving the role at the end of the following week, reportedly after nearly two and a half years in the post. Mike Dreitzer, the outgoing chief executive of Gaming Arts, is due to appear as chair at the board’s July meeting.
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