LD 1164 now heads to the Senate.
US.- Maine House of Representatives has approved a bill that would allow the state’s four federally recognised tribes to offer online casino games. LD 1164 was passed on a 85-59 vote and now heads to the Senate.
Titled “An Act to Create Economic Opportunity for the Wabanaki Nations Through Internet Gaming” the bill authorises tribal governments to operate options such as poker, roulette, and blackjack. The bill would give each of the Wabanaki Nations one licence to contract with an operator, the same set-up that they already have for online sports betting.
Under the bill, 16 per cent of gross receipts would be allocated to the state, funding areas such as addiction recovery services and health initiatives. The remaining revenue would be used by the tribes to support infrastructure and other community needs.
Milton Champion, executive director of the Maine Gambling Control Unit within the Department of Public Safety recently issued a warning about illegal interactive gaming websites and applications. He reminded residents and visitors that online casino games are prohibited in Maine.
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