Mississippi casinos may soon seize gambling winnings for unpaid child support
A new bill in Mississippi could soon see gambling winnings used to cover unpaid child support. The measure, already passed by the state's House, would require casinos to withhold payouts from parents who owe money. If signed into law, the system will launch in mid-2026.
The legislation, known as Senate Bill 2819, was signed in 2024 but will take effect on 1 July 2026. It mandates that casinos flag winners who owe child support and have collected at least $2,000. Only winnings from slot machines and sports betting would be affected, while craps table payouts remain exempt.
By February 2026, all 26 of Mississippi's operational casinos had either signed contracts or publicly committed to the scheme. The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) will oversee the process by building a database to track eligible winners.
The goal is straightforward: ensure child support payments are made by redirecting gambling profits. Any winnings seized would go directly toward offsetting outstanding debts.
The bill's implementation would mark a new approach to enforcing child support obligations in the state. Casinos will play a direct role in identifying and withholding funds from qualifying winners. The system is expected to begin operations in July 2026, provided the measure becomes law.
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