New York’s Gaming Facility Location Board approved the remaining three proposals for casino licences. The New York State Gaming Commission must vote on the applications by 31 December; if approved, Resorts World New York City could begin operating in spring, while the other two projects are expected to open in 2030.
The proposals still require NYSGC approval before the projects can proceed to operation.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bally’s, Hard Rock | Not stated | New York board recommends three downstate casino projects for licences | Not stated | |
| Resorts World NYC, Metropolitan Park | Not stated | New York board visits three casino bid sites before 1 December recommendations | Not stated | |
| Not named | Not stated | New York state nears downstate casino decisions as Mamdani questions expansion | Not stated | |
| Resorts World New York City, Genting | USD 2,500,000,000 | Resorts World New York City pledges $2.5bn to MTA ahead of casino decision | Not stated | |
| Bally’s | Not stated | New York casino board reviews three downstate licence applications | Not stated |
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