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Ohio bills propose online casino and poker gambling

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Ohio remains under consideration for online casino and poker gambling, with two bills introduced in 2025: HB 298 and SB 197. Neither had passed the legislative hurdles described in the report as of the first quarter of 2026, and Ohio does not currently permit iGaming. Sports betting recorded more than $10.3bn in handle in 2025, while sportsbook gross gaming revenue exceeded $1bn.

Operators and suppliers assessing Ohio face an unresolved legislative path to online casino and poker gambling.

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Quaest poll puts bets and social media at 7% as source of hope nationwide

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