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iGaming to the Bay State? One Massachusetts representative and one bill hope so

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Publish Date: Aug 26, 2025

Fact checked by: Sara Jane Gamelli

Could iGaming be coming to Massachusetts?

One representative and one bill hope so.

House Bill 4431, introduced by state representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R, 9th Worcester), would establish a regulated online casino market, imposing a complete ban on online sweepstakes platforms that use dual-currency systems, awarding prizes based on chance and simulating casino-style activities.

Section 19 of the bill states that operating, promoting, or assisting sweepstakes casinos within Massachusetts is unlawful. Penalties include fines between $10,000 and $100,000 per violation, potential license loss, and up to two years in prison for repeat offenses.

The MGC is empowered to conduct investigations, hold hearings, and issue subpoenas to enforce compliance.

The bill, which was filed in January, was placed into review by the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies on Aug. 18 and was concurred by the state Senate three days later.

If approved, the law will take effect on January 1, 2026, and would allow the Bay State to become the eighth state to legalize iGaming, with regulations in place to protect players and ensure responsible gambling.

As of now, there are no upcoming committee hearings scheduled.

The seven iGaming states are: Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and West Virginia.

The legislation would grant licensing eligibility exclusively to the state's three commercial casinos (Encore Boston Harbor, MGM Springfield, Plainridge Park Casino), with each able to partner with up to three branded operators.

Licenses, which would be valid for a period of five years, will cost $100,000 for application and renewal.

Operating platforms would pay a 15% tax rate on Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR). This would be 5% lower than the state's online sports betting (20%).

All tax revenue would be geared toward an Internet Gaming Fund, which would be overseen by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) to cover regulatory expenses and responsible gambling programs.

Additionally, a Player Health Program would promote responsible gambling and provide resources for treatment and recovery services.

iGaming in the state would consist of online slot machines, table games, poker, peer-to-peer, and skill-based gaming.

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