How Illinois Was Able To Pass Its Sports Betting Bill

Illinois-legislature

Legal sports betting has become a reality in Illinois after Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a bill that legalizes sports wagering late last week.  Pritzker was a major component in guiding the bill through the state Legislature, leaving many optimistic about him signing it into law. His “Bill Signing Tour” made a stop in Springfield this … Read more

Arkansas Becomes 9th State To Launch Sports Betting

Oaklawn GM bets

Woooooooooo, Bet! Sooie! Arkansas accepted its first-ever sports bet Monday morning at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, becoming the 9th state to officially launch legalized sports betting. Oaklawn was approved by the Arkansas Racing Commission in June to launch its sportsbook, which had set a tentative start date scheduled for Monday, July 1. “We’re excited to … Read more

California Sports Betting Bill Introduced, Placed On 2020 Ballot If Passed

California legislature

Round two begins for California lawmakers on the road to striking sports betting gold. On Thursday, a bill to legalize sports betting in the state was reintroduced by California Assemblyman Adam Gray, who serves as the joint sponsor along with Senator Bill Dodd.  California’s attempt to pass sports betting legislation last year failed at garnering … Read more

Texas Folds on Sports Betting in 2019, Looks to Ante Up in 2020

Texas Legislature

Despite Republicans controlling the Texas Legislature, one Democrat’s proposal could eventually prevail with the backing of key lobbying groups. In February 2019, State Rep. Eddie Lucio III, D-Brownsville filed two bills: HB 1275, the regulation of sports betting, and HJR 61, a constitutional amendment authorizing legislation to legalize sports betting. If the House bill can … Read more

Legal Sports Betting Bill Schedule For June 24 – June 30

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Summer may have finally arrived, but which sports betting bills will beat the legislative heat and become law? Arkansas is just one week away from launching land-based, state-regulated sports betting. Oaklawn Racing Casino & Resort plans to accept the state’s first-ever sports wager on July 1. But what’s the hold up in Illinois? The legislature … Read more

Will NJ Sports Betting Bill Level the Playing Field for NBA Bets at Golden Nugget?

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With the pro leagues continuously murmuring about ‘integrity’ fees, are team owners held to high enough standards concerning betting? New Jersey rolled out their sports betting initiatives with a white glove approach, carefully and systematically.  New relevant legislation does imply an interest in spreading their wings a bit more within the market.   At this … Read more

Maine Legalizes Sports Betting Before End of Session

Maine Sports Betting Legalized

LD 553 receives its final blessing to become a ME law. Maine’s legislative bill regarding sports gambling has received tremendous support and the final signature needed to bring domestic sports betting to the state. Representatives of Maine’s brick and mortar gaming venues wholly supported LD 553, and there was little to no formal opposition of … Read more