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OBBB Rules & Form W-2G for Gambling Winnings 1 Credit 1 Credit

Oct 23, 2026, 09:30 AM EDT

OBBB Rules & Form W-2G for Gambling Winnings 1 Credit 1 Credit

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    October, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Taxes

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify gambling winnings that trigger Form W-2G reporting thresholds.
  • Distinguish regular, backup, and voluntary withholding in reporting scenarios.
  • Explain reporting rules for noncash prizes, foreign, and shared winnings.
  • Recognize compliance requirements for both payers and winners.
  • Evaluate OBBB wagering loss changes impacting individual tax reporting.

Course Overview

When does a big win at the casino or racetrack turn into a tax headache? That’s where IRS Form W-2G comes in. This CE course gives tax professionals a practical, step-by-step guide to navigating the complexities of gambling income reporting. From jackpots to poker pots, understanding what triggers reporting obligations is essential to helping clients stay compliant while avoiding costly mistakes.

We’ll cover the rules around reporting different types of winnings, including cash, noncash prizes, and even shared payouts. You’ll also dive into key compliance areas like withholding requirements, reporting for foreign winners, and changes to wagering loss deductions under the Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), effective in 2026. Real-world examples will illustrate common scenarios, making it easier to apply the rules in practice.

Major Topics:

  • Gambling winnings reporting thresholds
  • Withholding types and rules
  • Noncash prize considerations
  • Reporting for foreign persons
  • OBBB wagering loss changes

By the end of this CE course, you’ll have the knowledge to confidently advise clients, file accurate forms, and handle tricky reporting situations. Whether you work with casual gamblers or seasoned professionals, this course equips you with the compliance strategies and insights needed to stay ahead of IRS requirements.

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Federal Tax Law Update for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-S) 1 CE Approved
Federal Tax Law Update for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-S) 1 CE Approved
Tax Planning for Certified Financial Planner (CFP-US) (Approval No. 344751) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1 CE Approved
Federal Tax Law Update for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-02302) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal Tax Law Update for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-S) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal Tax Law Update for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-S) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Taxes for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal Tax Law Update for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-S) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Taxes for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) 1 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Federal Tax Law Update for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-O) 1 CE Approved
Federal Tax Law Update for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-O) 1 CE Approved
Tax Planning for Certified Financial Planner (CFP-US) (Approval No. 344751) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1 CE Approved
Federal Tax Law Update for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-02302) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal Tax Law Update for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-O) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal Tax Law Update for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-O) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Taxes for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) 1 CPE Eligible
Federal Tax Law Update for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-U-02816-25-O) 1 CE Approved
Taxes for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL) 1 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Taxes for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) 1 CPE Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

Credit

1

Course Level

Intermediate

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

IRS APPROVED

MY-CPE LLC, in accordance with the standards set forth in Circular 230 section 10.6, grants Continuing Education (CE) credits based on a 50-minute contact hour. As an IRS-approved CE provider, MY-CPE offers CE credits for Enrolled Agents (EA), Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) participants, Tax Professionals, and Enrolled Retirement Plan Agents (ERPA), ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and supporting the maintenance of their professional credentials. (MY-CPE LLC 1600 Highway 6 South, Suite 250 Sugar Land, TX 77478, Email: support@my-cpe.com, Phone: 646-688-2884)

CTEC APPROVED

MY-CPE LLC, in accordance with the standards set forth in Circular 230 section 10.6, grants Continuing Education (CE) credits based on a 50-minute hour. MY-CPE LLC is approved by the California Tax Education Council (CTEC) to offer continuing education courses that count towards the annual continuing education requirement for CTEC Registered Tax Preparers. Additional information regarding registration as a tax preparer can be obtained by contacting CTEC at P.O. Box 2890, Sacramento, CA, 95812-2890, toll-free at (877) 850-2832, or by visiting www.ctec.org. (MY-CPE LLC 1600 Highway 6 South, Suite 250 Sugar Land, TX 77478, Email: support@my-cpe.com, Phone: 646-688-2884)

CFP BOARD APPROVED

MY-CPE LLC, is an approved Continuing Education (CE) provider registered with the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Board. CE credits are granted based on a 50-minute hour, in accordance with the standards set by the CFP Board. Please note that the CFP Board has the final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CE credit.(MY-CPE LLC 1600 Highway 6 South, Suite 250 Sugar Land, TX 77478, Email: support@my-cpe.com, Phone: 646-688-2884)

NASBA APPROVED

In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE credits have been granted based on a 50-minute hour.

MY-CPE LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org. (MY-CPE LLC 1600 Highway 6 South, Suite 250, Sugar Land, TX 77478, Email: support@my-cpe.com, Phone: 646-688-2884)

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About Instructor

Top Tax Speaker | Jason Dinesen

Jason Dinesen EA

President, Dinesen Tax & Accounting, P.C.

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Jason Dinesen (LPA, EA) is an entrepreneur, tax expert, and CPE Presenter. Dinesen brings over 15 years of experience helping individuals and businesses with accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation, and business advisory in various industries. Dinesen is a regular CPE Presenter at MYCPE ONE. He has coached more than 200k+ accounting, taxes, and HR professionals on various topics of accounting, individual taxation, corporate taxation, and professional ethics. Jason has developed a strong following within the professional community for tax-related subjects. Dinesen is known for sharp tax interpretations, and he quickly brings his analysis of the latest tax updates and IRS guidance to the professional community.

On Demand FAQs

What is Self Study (QAS)?

Self Study QAS (Quality Assurance Service) is a NASBA and other regulatory bodies approved program designed for Professionals to complete their Continuing Professional Education credits through self-paced, interactive courses that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Our courses qualify for credits with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses accepted by NASBA and other professional organizations?

MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

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To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations for compliance and reporting purposes.

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We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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What is a Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit?

A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. Our courses qualify for credits with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars accepted by NASBA and other Professional Organizations?

MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are accepted for compliance and reporting purposes with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM (for PDCs), Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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