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Virginia lawmakers prepare bills on Tysons casino and unified gambling regulator

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Virginia senator Scott Surovell plans to refile a bill authorising a casino near Tysons’ Spring Hill Metro station for the 2026 legislative session, while Paul Krizek is preparing a separate bill to establish a unified gambling regulator. Fairfax County’s supervisors voted 5–4 to oppose casino-authorising legislation, and the session is due to begin on 14 January.

The proposals could change Virginia’s casino market and consolidate oversight across gambling sectors.

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Japan’s National Police Agency proposes 30% pachinko machine fee cut

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by about 30%, with revised rates due to take effect on 1 April 2027 if approved. The certification fee for an already type-tested model would fall from JPY4,340 to JPY3,030, while testing requirements would remain unchanged.

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by around 30%.

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