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Virginia Proposes 10% Tax on Fantasy Sports Revenue

2/7/2026

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Story summary
  • The Democratic majority proposed Fantasy Contests Act to impose a 10% tax on fantasy sports revenue, directing 5% to a problem-gambler treatment fund and 95% to general fund.
  • The act is authored by Sen. Adam Ebbin (D-Va.) and would require operators to register with Virginia Department of Agriculture.
  • Critics, including Americans for Tax Reform, say the plan would raise costs and reduce prizes.