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Virginia lawmakers pass separate online casino bills in both chambers

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Virginia’s Senate and House passed separate bills on 17 February that would allow existing casino operators to offer online gaming, according to a report. The Senate bill sets an effective date of July 2027, while the House bill requires further approval in the next legislative session; the proposals include a 20% tax on adjusted gross iGaming revenue and prohibit sweepstakes casinos.

The bills outline potential licensing, tax and platform terms for casino operators if Virginia completes the legislative process.

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