Virginia’s three casinos generated nearly $56.6m in adjusted gaming revenue in September, the Virginia Lottery reported. Slots accounted for $43m and table games for $13.5m; the casinos paid $11.4m in taxes to the Gaming Proceeds Fund.
The September figures quantify casino revenue and tax contributions supporting the Gaming Proceeds Fund.
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Revenue from historical horse racing machines in Kentucky rose 4.1% in September. Same-store growth was 2.6%, excluding the newer Marshall Yards casino, and overall gross reached $95m. Marshall Yards generated $1.4m, while Derby City remained the highest-grossing casino at $18.3m despite a 3.1% decline.
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.
Hawaii’s Tourism and Gaming Working Group heard arguments about gambling’s economic benefits and potential social harms, reportedly. Industry representatives cited 1.8 million jobs, $125 billion in revenue in 2025 and $52 billion in state taxes; the group must submit findings to lawmakers before the next legislative session.
Norfolk’s Interim Gaming Hall generated about $1.4m in gross gaming revenue during its first 23 days, according to Virginia Lottery data. The temporary venue opened on 7 November with 132 slot machines and no table games; its permanent resort is expected to open in 2027.
Virginia casino revenue rose 29.7% year on year to $82.4m in November 2025, according to the Virginia Lottery’s report. Slot revenue increased 27.9% to $61.2m and table games revenue rose 35.3% to $21.2m; Boyd Gaming’s temporary Norfolk casino generated $1.4m from slots after opening on 6 November.