A new bill aims to legalize online casinos in Ohio, with a unique structure to protect land-based casinos. The proposal faces both political and industry challenges.
Lawmakers from Virginia, Ohio, and Massachusetts are advocating for online casino legalization to address economic shortfalls and increase tax revenue. Virginia Sen. Jeremy S. McPike (D), Ohio Rep. Brian Stewart (R), and Massachusetts Rep. David K. Muradian (R) have all expressed interest in expanding online casinos during the upcoming legislative session.
Democrat frontrunner Amy Acton and Libertarian candidate Donald Kissick have expressed support for expanding online gaming in Ohio. Ohio legalized online sports betting in 2021.