Minnesota’s gambling and bingo laws to take effect

The new legislation will become effective as soon as next Friday.

US.- New laws regarding horse races betting and bingo will come into force next Friday in Minnesota.

The law to gamble on simulcasts aims to make it easier for Minnesotans to bet on horse races going on outside the state. Punters will now be able to bet over the phone or internet. The law came about as a way to provide the Minnesota Racing Commission with more revenue.

On the other hand, a new state law increases bingo prize limits from US$200 to US$500. Raffle tickets can also now be issued be issued electronically. Under this law, local governments that receive gambling profits are forced explain where the money is coming from.