SectorWire
SearchRegister
MenuClose

New York board weighs four bids for up to three downstate casino licences

Licences & markets

New York's Gaming Facility Location Board is assessing four proposals for downstate casino licences, with its recommendations expected in December, according to the report. The board can recommend up to three winners but is not required to select that many; applicants must submit final supplemental materials by 14 October.

The board's recommendations will determine which applicants can proceed in New York's downstate casino licensing process.

End-of-day close MGM Resorts (MGM), USD, to 21 November 2025
Story date25 August 202521 November 2025

Request a correction

Flag an issue

Keep reading

Licences & markets

New York casino bidders enlist celebrities as three downstate licences near decision

Eight developers are seeking three downstate New York casino licences, with several bids drawing support from public figures. Jay-Z and Rev. Al Sharpton back Caesars Palace Times Square, while Nas supports Resorts World New York City in Queens; the developers have until 30 September to secure required entitlements and zoning approvals, and the location board is scheduled to select three winners by 1 December.

Continue reading