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The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has approved more than $100,000 in payments tied to licensing violations involving MGM Resorts International and CountR GmbH. Regulators also added 10 people to state gambling exclusion lists during the same September meeting.
Good to know
- MGM Resorts International received a $50,250 fine over a late Principal Licensing application.
- CountR GmbH agreed to pay $50,000 over an unapproved change of control and unpaid licensing fees.
- Pennsylvania gambling exclusion lists now contain 1,507 people.
MGM Resorts and CountR Face Pennsylvania Licensing Action
MGM Resorts International will pay $50,250 after failing to file a required Principal Licensing application on time.
German gaming technology company CountR GmbH faced a separate licensing issue. The PGCB said CountR completed an unapproved change of control and failed to pay required licensing fees. Under the consent agreement, CountR will pay $50,000 to settle the unpaid license.
Both agreements came from the Office of Enforcement Counsel and received approval during the September 23 public meeting.
Pennsylvania licensing rules require gaming companies and certain principals to submit applications and ownership information for regulatory review. PGCB forms also require licensed companies to notify the regulator about proposed transfers of ownership interests.
PGCB Adds 10 People to Gambling Exclusion Lists
The board also removed statewide gambling privileges from 10 people, taking the combined total across Pennsylvania Involuntary Exclusion Lists to 1,507.
People placed on those lists can lose access to Pennsylvania casinos, regulated online gambling platforms or Video Gaming Terminal locations, depending on the exclusion category.
One case involved an adult who left a five year old unattended in a parking garage at Harrah Philadelphia Casino for 36 minutes while gambling on slot machines.
PGCB continues to warn customers that adults cannot leave children unattended in casino parking areas, garages, hotels or other casino facilities. The regulator also runs the Don’t Gamble with Kids awareness campaign to address unattended children at gambling properties.
The next Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board public meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2026 at 10 a.m. in Harrisburg.
FAQ
How much did Pennsylvania fine MGM Resorts International?
MGM Resorts International received a $50,250 fine for failing to file a Principal Licensing application on time.
Why did CountR GmbH have to pay $50,000?
PGCB cited an unapproved change of control and unpaid licensing fees. CountR agreed to pay $50,000 under the consent agreement.
What is a Pennsylvania gambling exclusion list?
The lists restrict named individuals from participating in certain regulated gambling activity in Pennsylvania, including casinos, online betting or VGT locations.
How many people are now on Pennsylvania exclusion lists?
The latest additions increased the total to 1,507.
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