The federal level issues no gambling licences, and a federal iGaming bill — though repeatedly introduced — is unlikely to pass near-term. The dominant federal uncertainty is the Wire Act's scope: the First Circuit (2021) and Fifth Circuit (2002) confine §1084 to sports wagering, and the Rhode Island District Court (2022) reinforced this, but there is no nationally binding precedent. A contrary ruling in another circuit could force Supreme Court resolution. FinCEN's 2024/2026 AML NPRMs signal a tightening federal AML posture. State-by-state expansion (IN, IL, NY considering iGaming) continues to drive the market.
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United States · Question 11 of 11
Outlook: What is coming?
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Key section parameters
| Jurisdiction | United States (US) |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Recorded in register |
| Favourability | Mixed |
| Confidence | Probable |
| Review status | AI-generated |
| Last collected | 18 Oct 2026 |
Summary answer
The federal level issues no gambling licences, and a federal iGaming bill — though repeatedly introduced — is unlikely to pass near-term. The dominant federal uncertainty is the Wire Act's scope: the First Circuit (2021) and Fifth Circuit (2002) confine §1084 to sports wagering, and the Rhode Island…