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North Star State lawmakers are pursuing a last-ditch effort to authorize Minnesota legal online sports betting operations before the end of the state’s legislative session. Last week, in a surprising turn of events, Minnesota’s House voted to pass HF778 with a 13-member majority. Amended Legal Betting Bill Gets Traction And while most did not expect … Read more
Raleigh sports betting fans can look forward to placing their wagers soon. In anticipation of the upcoming state legislative session, North Carolina lawmakers are gearing up to push for domestic sportsbook authorization. Bringing Back Old Legislation Having already passed a Senate gambling bill the year prior, North Carolina is miles ahead of other prospective legal … Read more
The rapid onset of sports betting legalization in the United States has been, for the most part, a massive success. Since PASPA’s overturn in 2018, 35 states have authorized such gambling expansions. Kansas Joins The Club The most recent addition to this list is Kansas, whose Governor provided her signature of approval for SB84 on … Read more
Legal sports betting in the state of Ohio is mandated to begin by January 1, 2023, but lawmakers are now suggesting that sportsbooks could be open for business in time for the 2022 MLB World Series when it begins this October. While regional gamblers are enthusiastic about the prospect of Ohio sports betting, analysts are … Read more
Sports betting legalization seemed to boom in 2021. Seven different states passed legislation to welcome sportsbooks, whether commercial, tribal, or both. However, there had been a bit of a lull since we brought in the new year. But the spring has brought about a slight turn of events in which several regions have shown a … Read more
Kansans far and wide are celebrating the welcome of sports betting to the state. And after so many years of deliberation, the cheers are well warranted. However, residents have a lot more to look forward to than just a gambling expansion. A New Pro Sports Team To Come To Kansas In an effort to supplement … Read more
With only four days left before the legislative chambers adjourn this year’s session, Missouri lawmakers are scrambling to pass HB2502. The bill aims to authorize legal Missouri sports betting across digital and in-person platforms. Senate Deliberates MO Sports Betting Despite passing through the House with flying colors back in March, the state sports betting bill … Read more
Since its September 2021 launch, Arizonans have relished the freedom to enjoy state-licensed online sportsbook options. In doing so, locals have wagered more than $2 billion. All-in-all legal Arizona sports betting has been a massive success. Arizona’s Handle Falls In February However, the ebbs and flow of consumer trends seem to have started taking effect, … Read more
Back in March, legal sports betting in Arkansas received a major shot in the arm when the first mobile sportsbook applications were rolled out for gamblers to access online. Betly Arkansas, the state’s solitary mobile sports betting app, was expected to debut prior to the onset of the 2022 March Madness Tournament, but was only … Read more
After many years of campaigns and discussions, state-licensed sportsbook options are making their way to Maine— indicating a massive win for bettors and prospective operators alike. The news arrived on Monday when Gov. Janet Mills signed off on LD585. Her signature provided the green light gaming officials needed to initiate rulemaking and licensing procedures for … Read more
Gov. Laura Kelly is set to make history this week, as she prepares to sign an ambitious proposal in favor of Kansas legal sports betting. This comes after state senators deliberated and approved SB84 on Friday. Laying The Details On The Table The bill proposes that Kansas authorize betting operations for both online and in-person … Read more
Massachusetts sports fans have a lot to celebrate this weekend. While the Bruins and Celtics each prepare for their respective playoff games, state lawmakers are working to ensure that bettors can wager on the Stanley Cup and NBA Championships by this time next year. Senate Authorizes MA Legal Betting Bill On Thursday, the Senate voted … Read more