MGCB authorizes DraftKings to launch multi-state poker in Michigan

DETROIT, July 13, 2026 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) at this time introduced DraftKings launched multi-state web poker between Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey on July 8, 2026. DraftKings’ poker platform is working in Michigan by means of the Bay Mills Indian Community, which is serving because the Michigan operator associate for the poker product.

Following a radical overview, the MGCB decided that DraftKings meets all regulatory necessities to conduct multi-state web poker.

“This approval reflects the strength of our partnership with Bay Mills Indian Community and the thoroughness of our regulatory process,” MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams mentioned. “As Michigan’s multistate poker network continues to grow, we remain focused on ensuring every operator meets the same high bar for fairness, security, and player protection.”

Michigan joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA) in 2022. Currently, Delaware, Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia are member states of that settlement. Prior to the state becoming a member of MSIGA, Michigan poker gamers may solely play on-line towards different gamers situated throughout the state.

More info, together with the Multistate Poker Submission Form, is obtainable on the MGCB web site.

DraftKings’ approval reinforces the MGCB’s dedication to enabling authorized, regulated gaming alternatives whereas upholding accountable gaming practices and guaranteeing the integrity of the business.

Gambling in any kind is for leisure functions solely. If you or somebody you already know could have a playing drawback, name 1-800-GAMBLER, chat online, or go to 800gambler.org. Help is obtainable 24/7, free and confidential. Michigan residents can even go to the MGCB’s Responsible Gaming web page for info on self-exclusion applications, together with the Disassociated Persons List and the Internet Gaming and Sports Betting Responsible Gaming Database. Through a partnership with Gamban, Michigan residents can declare a free license for Gamban’s playing blocking software program — go to Michigan.gov/MGCB to study extra. Additional accountable gaming instruments can be found at DontRegretTheBet.org. The Michigan Gaming Control Board shall make sure the conduct of truthful and trustworthy gaming to guard the pursuits of Michigan residents. Learn extra at Michigan.gov/MGCB.