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PORTLAND (WGME) \u2013 Online gambling in Maine could soon go beyond sports.<\/p>\n

A new partnership between a casino group and three Wabanaki nations aims to bring online casino gaming to the state.<\/p>\n

It’s the next step in a process Maine lawmakers signed off on this year.<\/p>\n

Caesars Entertainment announced the expansion Wednesday to build on the 2023 launch of Caesars Sportsbook in Maine.<\/p>\n

Caesars wants to move forward now with online gambling, which is essentially an online casino that goes beyond sports betting.<\/p>\n

Caesars says it will invest in the local workforce by training members of each Wabanaki nation and will provide financial support to help fund tribal community programs.<\/p>\n

Leaders with the platform hope to launch online gambling in Maine by next year.<\/p>\n

It became legal in Maine this year, without Governor Janet Mills’ signature, but the state is currently in the rulemaking process for how it will work.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Oxford Casino is fighting this in court.<\/p>\n

Leaders argue that allowing just the tribes to offer online gambling creates an unlawful monopoly and is discriminatory based on race.<\/p>\n

Online sports betting has been available in Maine since 2023 and has generated millions in tax revenue.<\/p>\n

Caesars Entertainment released a statement Wednesday about the partnership.<\/p>\n

\u201cTogether, we\u2019ve built a strong and responsible sports wagering experience, and this next phase reinforces our commitment to our tribal partners and to delivering a localized digital gaming experience for Mainers.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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A public hearing will be held next month in Augusta to discuss the rulemaking process and establish how online gambling will work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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