Sports Betting Alliance gives Virginia senators US$500,000 after online casino bills stall
By SectorWire desk ·
Summary
The Sports Betting Alliance gave five Republican Virginia senators US$100,000 each after the 2026 legislative session, citing the Poole Report. The senators supported online casino legalisation, but lawmakers failed to reconcile competing bills before adjournment. The alliance defended its contributions as support for regulated markets; senator Emily Jordan said outside funding would not determine her votes.
Why it matters
The alliance funded senators supporting online casino legalisation after lawmakers failed to reconcile competing bills.