Articles About georgia gambling laws

Gambling Legalization in Georgia: New Casino on the Way?

Anna February 26, 2021 10:44:41

The southern state of Georgia is known for many things. One of them is that they are very strict about their anti-gambling stance. Just like South Carolina, Hawaii, Utah, and Vermont they even prohibit the operation of tribal or commercial casinos and sports betting. For the last five years, quite a few Georgia representatives are working on changing this state. First and foremost, they want gambling legalization in Georgia. It seems like they stand a chance in 2021.

Georgia Casino Bill Dies in Committee

Akos February 28, 2017 11:31:49

Senator Brandon Beach confirmed that the Georgia casino bill failed to pass the Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee, so it’s dead for 2017. SB 79, the Destination Resort Act, that would’ve legalized casino gambling at two resorts in Georgia has failed to gain enough support in the senate’s Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee. When the […]

Vote on Legal Casino Gambling in Georgia Rescheduled

Akos February 24, 2017 09:35:45

The Senate’s Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee rescheduled the hearing of Senate Bill 79, that would pave the way for legal casino gambling in Georgia. UPDATE: Georgia Casino Bill Dies in Committee Senator Brandon Beach asked for SB 79 to be on the agenda Monday instead of Thursday so he can have “more time to […]

First Vote on Legal Casino Gambling in Georgia

Akos February 21, 2017 13:46:45

The Senate’s Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee is set to have its first hearing of the bill that would amend the Official Code to legalize casino gambling in Georgia. UPDATE: Vote on Legal Casino Gambling in Georgia Rescheduled Senate Bill 79 is about to have its first hearing in the Regulated Industries and Utility Committee […]

Georgia Gambling Laws

Akos April 20, 2016 07:16:48

Georgia gambling laws are extremely strict, allowing only for charity gambling and a state lottery. However, in the previous months there were many attempts to change the state’s approach towards gambling. Georgia gambling laws Georgia is not the best destination for those looking for casino fun. A person who “plays and bets for money or […]