_ Casinos’ complimentary meals will be tax-free: The passage of AB506 was critical for preserving the state budget. If the bill was not signed, the state could have been liable for at least $233 million in tax refunds owed to the casinos.

_ Bye, bye sports betting kiosks: Lawmakers decided the differences between restricted and non-restricted gambling licenses were not clear enough, so legislation was enacted to create more requirements for restricted gambling licensees. The most prominent was the banning of free-standing sports betting kiosks while a two-year study determines the trade-offs for allowing the machines in restricted establishments.

_ Hello, online gambling: Early in the session lawmakers from both houses teamed with the governor to rush through legislation keeping the Silver State and Las Vegas at the forefront of the online gambling world. The bill passed allows the state to enter into agreements with other states for online wagering systems. This bill went into effect as soon as it was signed by Sandoval on Feb. 21.

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