US Insight
Key Takeaways
  • Florida Governor Rick Scott’s proposed state budget does not include revenue for the Seminole tribe.
  • A virtual casino within a social game was deemed by a Maryland court to be a game of skill and not illegal gambling.
  • All eyes in the Daily Fantasy Sports industry will be on New York on Wednesday as an emergency hearing on the legality the game will take place.

Florida

Florida Governor Rick Scott released his proposed budget this week for the state.

Of significance is the absence of any revenue for the Seminole Tribe, which the state is currently at battle with over an expired provision in its gaming compact. The tribe has generated more than $1 billion in state revenue since 2010.