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Photo of Georgia Rep. Ron Stephens, who said constitutional amendment to sports betting bill will be debated in the House

Lawmaker: GA House Will ‘Absolutely’ Debate Sports Betting Bill Amendment

A bill that would legalize sports betting in Georgia had its first House floor reading Tuesday. Here's what one lawmaker said about it.

Posted on: February 7, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Image of Georgia Capital, where on Thursday the Senate approved a GA sports betting bill but required voter approval

Georgia Senate Passes Sports Betting Bill, But Requires Voter Approval

On Thursday, Georgia passed Senate Bill 386, which would legalize sports betting, with an amendment to require voter approval in November.

Posted on: February 1, 2024 | | Matthew Bain

DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and Fanatics logos next to gavel and books for story on industry supporting Georgia sports betting bill sb 386

Why Only 1 Of 2 GA Sports Betting Bills Is Getting Industry Support

Senate Bill 386 and Senate Bill 172 would both legalize sports betting in Georgia. Here's why sportsbook operators are backing SB 386.

Posted on: January 29, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

Red X over person putting vote in box for story on new GA sports betting bill that would bypass voter referendum

Proposed Bill Would Bypass Georgia Voters to Legalize Sports Betting

A second bill to legalize sports betting is now being considered in Georgia. Here's how it differs from the first.

Posted on: January 26, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

Photo of Georgia State Sen. Bill Cowsert on a story about his push for sports betting legalization in the state.

Sports Betting Gears Grind Slowly in Georgia General Assembly

Sports betting legislation is alive in the Georgia General Assembly this session but faces an uphill battle for legalization.

Posted on: January 23, 2024 | | Carter Breazeale

PrizePicks Doubles Down on Partnership with Atlanta Braves

Atlanta-based DFS outlet PrizePicks continues partnership with the Braves, bolstering its footprint at The Battery.

Posted on: October 27, 2023 | | Carter Breazeale

Photo of Alabama/Georgia map with gambling icons on it on a story about Alabama legislators discussing legalizing gaming in 2024.

Alabama Dems Want Gaming. What Impact Would That Have On Georgia?

Georgia lawmakers should be keeping a watch on Alabama as its lawmakers contemplate expanding gaming options in the state.

Posted on: October 26, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

BetMGM Co-Owner Leads Georgia Effort To Legalize Sports Betting In 2024

Entain, co-owner of BetMGM online sportsbook, has joined the effort to get sports betting legalized in Georgia in 2024.

Posted on: October 23, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

Photo of a new COAM developed by Aristocrat and Skill Master Pro on a story about the new device coming to Georgia.

Aristocrat Gaming Partners With Skill Master Pro To Bring COAMs To Georgia

In Georgia, where no legal gambling exists outside of the Georgia Lottery, there is a lot of activity in the coin operated amusement machine (COAM) industry. With so few ways to scratch the gambling itch, these machines have become incredibly popular at bars, rest stops and other establishments. These machines have become so commonplace that […]

Posted on: October 19, 2023 | | T.J. McBride

A photo of money, handcuffs and a slot machine on story about raid of Georgia illegal gambling.

6 Arrested During Raid In Tift County Suspected Of Illegal Gambling

Georgia law enforcement made six arrests during a raid of a business in Tifton that was allegedly giving out cash payouts from COAMs.

Posted on: September 27, 2023 | | Dan Holmes