Wyoming committee backs felony sweepstakes ban as Pennsylvania weighs fines
By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Summary
PlayUSA reported on 14 October 2026 that Pennsylvania and Wyoming lawmakers are pursuing separate proposals to restrict online sweepstakes games; neither proposal has become law. Pennsylvania’s House Bill 2801 would allow fines of $50,000 to $500,000 per violation, while Wyoming’s draft would classify operating a sweepstakes game as felony professional gambling.
Why it matters
The proposals could expose sweepstakes operators in both states to fines or felony penalties if enacted.