The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) made changes to its epidemic order today (Dec. 18) to permit some indoor recreational activities where Michiganders can keep their masks on.
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The update allows in-person learning at high schools and entry into indoor entertainment venues. Casinos, bowling centers and movie theatres will be able to reopen with total capacity of up to 100 people, but food and drink concessions will be closed, to ensure mask wearing at all times. Social distancing requirements will also be in place.
Continued from the previous order, gyms may remain open for individual exercise with strict safety measures. Also continued, employees who work in jobs that cannot be performed from home may continue to go to work, while employees who can work from home should continue to do so. Individualized activities with distancing and face masks are still permitted, such as retail shopping, public transit, haircuts (by appointment) and individualized exercise at a gym.
The order continues to temporarily ban indoor dining in bars and restaurants. Outdoor dining, carry-out and delivery are still permitted. Additionally, Colleges and universities will be allowed to have students return to campus for the winter semester.
The new order is effective Monday, Dec. 21, and will last through Friday, Jan. 15.
'These past few weeks, Michiganders across the state stepped up and did their part to slow the spread of COVID-19, and because of our collective hard work, we are now able to begin the steps to carefully lift some of the protocols we have in place,' Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said in a statement.
Whitmer added, 'I am encouraged by the progress we have made since early November, and will continue to monitor the data closely during and after the holidays. One of the most important things Michiganders can do right now is make a plan to get the safe and effective vaccine as soon as it's available to you. And as always: mask up, practice safe social distancing, and avoid indoor gatherings where COVID-19 can easily spread from person to person. We will eradicate this virus together.'
Online gambling has been made legal in a number of states, with Michigan joining on Friday, December 20th, 2019.
It looked likely towards the end of last year that Michigan would join the growing number of states that have passed bills, but a last-minute change of heart from then-governor Rick Snyder has postponed that.
Luckily, the new governor, Gov. Whitmer, has signed bipartisan legislation that allows sports betting and online gambling in Michigan.
Continue reading to learn when the Michigan online casinos are going to be available and when you can expect to start being able to sign up.
Are Online Casinos Legal in MI?
Yes! But, to be more precise, yes, but you can not play any online casino games or poker just yet. These new laws take effect immediately, but it will be some time before residents of MI will be able to place any bets. Michigan casinos need to get some different state licenses first.
The hope is, though, that at the start of 2020, casinos will start being granted licensures and players can start signing up to play online.
Senator Mike Kowall then a number of years in bringing the bill to be discussed, and it was approved by the Michigan Senate and House. However, one of the final decisions Snyder made as Governor was to veto the bill.
But the new governor, Gretchen Whitmer, was brought the bill again, this time with greater success.
Online gaming has technically been allowed in Michigan since 2014 when the Michigan Lottery was introduced. It was just a matter of time before the state joined New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Nevada in making online gambling legal.
There are a number of other States who are considering similar legislation. It was possible, and also was something Snyder alluded to, that Michigan was waiting to see how online betting works in those states before making its final decision.
Now, there are MI legal online casinos.
This means that poker, blackjack and other popular casino games can be played legally at land-based casinos and online.
Retail Casinos in Michigan
There are a great number of land-based outlets throughout the State. Many of these are located in Michigan's largest city, Detroit. We'd expect that most of the casinos here will launch online operations since legislation has passed.
Registering for Online Casinos in MI
So as we've seen, you'll soon be able to register for an online casino in Michigan.
We expect, though, when Michigan online casinos do become operational, the registration process will be similar to that as we're used to with other online gaming companies.
Let's talk about how you could sign up for an MI legal online casino.
Hit the Register or Sign Up button when you go to the gaming site. You will then be presented with a registration form.
This form will ask you to enter your personal information and contact info. With other online casinos, they've asked customers to provide their full name, address, mobile phone number, and email address.
Many have also asked for a signee's Social Security Number too. Your Date of Birth will also be requested. A Michigan online casino will need to know you meet the minimum age requirement.
You will need to input your location too, as any MI online casino will insist on you being present in the State when you bet with them. It's important that the information you enter when you sign up for a Michigan online casino.
If any information is found to be false, your account could be suspended. Your mobile number and email address will be used for communication purposes too.
In your Michigan legal online casino sign up form, you might also have the option to enter a promo code. A valid promo code could help you earn a welcome bonus or be needed to qualify for a new customer bonus!
Legal Online Casinos In MI
New Casino Coming To Michigan
So, Michigan legal online casinos are on the way as 2019 the year that online gambling legislation is finally passed!
There are plenty of land-based casinos scattered throughout the State, offering all kinds of slots and games, with Blackjack, Poker and Roulette amongst the favorites.
The order continues to temporarily ban indoor dining in bars and restaurants. Outdoor dining, carry-out and delivery are still permitted. Additionally, Colleges and universities will be allowed to have students return to campus for the winter semester.
The new order is effective Monday, Dec. 21, and will last through Friday, Jan. 15.
'These past few weeks, Michiganders across the state stepped up and did their part to slow the spread of COVID-19, and because of our collective hard work, we are now able to begin the steps to carefully lift some of the protocols we have in place,' Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said in a statement.
Whitmer added, 'I am encouraged by the progress we have made since early November, and will continue to monitor the data closely during and after the holidays. One of the most important things Michiganders can do right now is make a plan to get the safe and effective vaccine as soon as it's available to you. And as always: mask up, practice safe social distancing, and avoid indoor gatherings where COVID-19 can easily spread from person to person. We will eradicate this virus together.'
Online gambling has been made legal in a number of states, with Michigan joining on Friday, December 20th, 2019.
It looked likely towards the end of last year that Michigan would join the growing number of states that have passed bills, but a last-minute change of heart from then-governor Rick Snyder has postponed that.
Luckily, the new governor, Gov. Whitmer, has signed bipartisan legislation that allows sports betting and online gambling in Michigan.
Continue reading to learn when the Michigan online casinos are going to be available and when you can expect to start being able to sign up.
Are Online Casinos Legal in MI?
Yes! But, to be more precise, yes, but you can not play any online casino games or poker just yet. These new laws take effect immediately, but it will be some time before residents of MI will be able to place any bets. Michigan casinos need to get some different state licenses first.
The hope is, though, that at the start of 2020, casinos will start being granted licensures and players can start signing up to play online.
Senator Mike Kowall then a number of years in bringing the bill to be discussed, and it was approved by the Michigan Senate and House. However, one of the final decisions Snyder made as Governor was to veto the bill.
But the new governor, Gretchen Whitmer, was brought the bill again, this time with greater success.
Online gaming has technically been allowed in Michigan since 2014 when the Michigan Lottery was introduced. It was just a matter of time before the state joined New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Nevada in making online gambling legal.
There are a number of other States who are considering similar legislation. It was possible, and also was something Snyder alluded to, that Michigan was waiting to see how online betting works in those states before making its final decision.
Now, there are MI legal online casinos.
This means that poker, blackjack and other popular casino games can be played legally at land-based casinos and online.
Retail Casinos in Michigan
There are a great number of land-based outlets throughout the State. Many of these are located in Michigan's largest city, Detroit. We'd expect that most of the casinos here will launch online operations since legislation has passed.
Registering for Online Casinos in MI
So as we've seen, you'll soon be able to register for an online casino in Michigan.
We expect, though, when Michigan online casinos do become operational, the registration process will be similar to that as we're used to with other online gaming companies.
Let's talk about how you could sign up for an MI legal online casino.
Hit the Register or Sign Up button when you go to the gaming site. You will then be presented with a registration form.
This form will ask you to enter your personal information and contact info. With other online casinos, they've asked customers to provide their full name, address, mobile phone number, and email address.
Many have also asked for a signee's Social Security Number too. Your Date of Birth will also be requested. A Michigan online casino will need to know you meet the minimum age requirement.
You will need to input your location too, as any MI online casino will insist on you being present in the State when you bet with them. It's important that the information you enter when you sign up for a Michigan online casino.
If any information is found to be false, your account could be suspended. Your mobile number and email address will be used for communication purposes too.
In your Michigan legal online casino sign up form, you might also have the option to enter a promo code. A valid promo code could help you earn a welcome bonus or be needed to qualify for a new customer bonus!
Legal Online Casinos In MI
New Casino Coming To Michigan
So, Michigan legal online casinos are on the way as 2019 the year that online gambling legislation is finally passed!
There are plenty of land-based casinos scattered throughout the State, offering all kinds of slots and games, with Blackjack, Poker and Roulette amongst the favorites.
Check our list of Michigan casinos above to find your nearest one.
Map Of All Michigan Casinos
It's nice to finally say that online casino gambling is coming to the state of Michigan.
