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Interest For Legal Sports Betting Exists In Vermont, But More Support Needed
2022/05/05
Talks of legalized sports betting have been ongoing in Vermont since 2019. However, so far, they've just been that — talks. Very little progress has actually been made to legalize the practice once and for all. Once again, talks have arisen inside the state legislature, but will this time be any different? Let's find out […]
It's Official, Maine Is Next To Get Legal Sports Betting
2022/05/04
Maine Governor Janet Mills signed, sealed, and delivered LD 585 in early May, which makes sports betting completely legal in the state. Though, the betting infrastructure needs to be created still. Let's run you through the breaking-new developments in the Pine Tree State! Maine Reverses Course On Legalized Sports Wagering It was only two years […]
Alaska Makes Slow Progressive Toward Legalized Sports Betting
2022/05/04
Alaska governor Mike Dunleavy has been leading the charge to legalize sports betting since 2020. Dunleavy hasn't quite crossed the "goal line", but when the governor is on-board with a new practice, that increases the chances of it passing significantly. Still, challenges remain ahead for the forgotten state up north. Betting Bill Making The Rounds […]
Utah Likely To Never Allow Legal Sports Betting
2022/05/04
Never say never, but the chances of Utah legalizing sports betting are astronomically low — perhaps the lowest of any state inside the country that hasn't already done so (a list that's under 20 at this point). But hey, you never know, the state could have a change of heart one day. Here's everything we […]
Legal Betting In Idaho Remains A Longshot
2022/05/04
Most states across the country have moved toward legalizing sports betting — with more than 30 states already on board. Idaho is not like most states, however. The "Potato State", as it's affectionately dubbed, appears to have zero appetites for legal sports betting and there are no signs that are changing anytime soon. Zero Movement […]
Kentucky Sports Betting On Hold Until At Least 2023
2022/05/03
The Kentucky Derby is still one of the hallmark sporting events — not just in the Bluegrass State but across the United States. Horse racing might not have the mainstream allure it once did (when it was arguably the second- or third-most popular sport in the country), but the prestige of the "Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports" remains. The 2022 event will happen on Saturday, May 7. It will draw a huge volume of sports bets — but legally speaking, none from the state it's actually happening in. That's because sports betting remains banned inside Kentucky. That has cascading effects…
Florida Sports Betting Continues to Face Legal Challenges
2022/05/03
Legal sports betting in Florida might be years — not months — away from coming to fruition. When a federal court of appeals blocked the Seminole Tribe from operating sports wagering, in partnership with the Hard Rock Sportsbook back in December 2021, there was some optimism that the conflict was temporary. Now? It might be a long-term issue, which casts serious doubts about the return of sports betting to sunny Florida.
Ohio Running Two-Minute Drill To Launch Legal Betting Before NFL Season
2022/05/03
The good news: sports betting is now legal in the state of Ohio and its population of 12 million. The bad news: there's still no official set-up to actually betting on sports. That won't last long, however. At the tail end of 2021, the Ohio Legislature passed HB 29 to legalize and regulate the practice. HB 29 covers gambling anywhere and everywhere inside the state — brick-and-mortar facilities, terminals in bars and restaurants, and most of all, on the Internet. With Ohio's inclusion, more than one-half of the USA now has legal sports betting in some capacity. Here's what you need to…
Beto O'Rourke Calls for Legal Sports Betting in Texas
2022/04/29
Sports fans in Texas have been waiting on pins and needles for years to see if the state will ever legalize sports betting. That wait lives on, and it will continue until at least November 2022, when the next major elections are held and the matter is expected to be voted on. But Beto O'Rourke, a former presidential candidate now running for governor in Texas, has just recently thrown an interesting wrinkle into the equation.
Legal Sports Betting in Alabama Remains a Longshot
2022/04/29
Alabama has long been notorious for its opposition to any form of gambling and is the only state east of the Mississippi River to now offer any sort of lottery. That commitment to puritanism remained intact earlier this spring as the 2022 Alabama state legislative session drew to a close without a vote on two proposed bills that would clear the way for an increase in legal gambling.
South Carolina Lawmakers Move to Legalize Sports Betting
2022/04/29
A renewed effort to legalize sports betting is underway in South Carolina. A bipartisan bill sponsored by Rep. William Herbkersman (R) and Rep. Todd Rutherford (D) was introduced in South Carolina in late April, reviving efforts to add the Palmetto State to the growing list of states embracing online legal sports betting in the USA. The trend toward legalized sports betting was sparked in 2018 when the United States Supreme Court struck down a federal law banning sports betting in most jurisdictions across the country. In the wake of that groundbreaking decision, over 30 states have taken steps to open their…
The Implications of Michigan Allowing Colleges to Partner with Legal Online Sportsbooks
2022/04/28
As legal online sports betting has become more common in the United States, the overarching discussion around gambling has expanded to include how this shift impacts collegiate sports. Many regions with legal sports betting preclude residents from wagering on college teams within their state or collegiate sports in general. The state of Michigan, however, appears to be going in the complete opposite direction—a decision that will no doubt have a trickle-down effect on the rest of the country.
Texas is Warming Up to Legalization of Online Sports Betting in 2023
2022/04/28
Unlike more than half of the United States, Texas has yet to legalize online sports betting for its residents. Though many have hoped that would change, there has been a healthy amount of skepticism surrounding the stance of the government, tribes who operate casinos, and lobbyists pushing for current restrictions to remain in place. But for the first time in quite a while, it's starting to feel like legal sports betting will be coming to Texas—not immediately, but at least in the near future.
Proposed Minnesota Sports Betting Law Stalled in Committee
2022/04/27
Sports bettors will have to wait a little bit longer for Minnesota legal sports betting to finally become a reality in the North Star State. A bill that would introduce legal, regulated sports betting has made slow but steady progress through an array of committees at the Minnesota Statehouse but is now stalled in the Ways and Means Committee. The delay puts the bill at risk of dying when the Minnesota Legislature adjourns later this spring. That would add to frustration among legislators from both sides of the House, who have sought to change the law since the Supreme Court…
Sportsbook Options Growing for Wisconsin Sports Bettors
2022/04/27
Wisconsin sports bettors were on hand, patiently waiting to get in on the action, as the second legal sportsbook in the state opened its doors in early April. The opening of a brick-and-mortar sportsbook at St. Croix Casino comes on the heels of the state’s move to legalize sports betting last November. The launch of the facility in Turtle Lake followed the opening of the state’s first legal sportsbook at Oneida Casino in Green Bay last December. It was quickly followed by the opening of a second St. Croix facility on April 15, when the Red Zone sportsbook at the…
Breaking Down Every Legal Sports Betting Option California will Vote on in 2022
2022/04/22
All eyes remain on California as the future of sports betting continues to play out in combative fashion. Though residents cannot vote on the next measure to legalize sports gambling until November 2022, there has been no shortage of talk about which proposal, if any, will gain the most support. With months to go before the official vote, however, details have emerged on which options residents will be able to choose from.
Missouri Sports Betting Legislation Clears Crucial Hurdle
2022/04/12
The six biggest professional sports teams in Missouri have joined forces with local casinos in a push to bring legal, regulated sports betting to the Show Me State. In early April, representatives of the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs, NHL’s St. Louis Blues, MLS’ St. Louis SC, NWSL’s Kansas City Current, and MLB’s St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals publicly voiced their support for legislation that would pave the way for both land-based and mobile-only sports betting.
Oklahoma Sports Betting Bill isn't Expected to Pass in Time for 2022 Legalization
2022/04/08
At the onset of 2022, it looked like Oklahoma would legalize sports betting before the year was out. The House Appropriations and Budgetary Committee approved a bill that would give online gambling the stamp of approval—known as HB3008—and the House of Representatives seemed open to green lighting it as well. However, with a crucial May deadline looming for HB3008 to pass, the legislation has hit a snag that it's not expected to overcome.
Future of Legal Sports Betting in California Expected to Impact Other Holdout States
2022/04/07
To this point, the absence of legal sports betting in California looms as a major outlier. Thirty-three states and Washington D.C. have already made the leap, which amounts to more than half of the United States. California, however, has so far resisted making the same transition. That may change this November, on their election ballot. Or it may stand. Either way, though, the stakes are incredibly high—not just for California alone, but for the rest of the country.
REPORT: 2022 California Voters are in Favor of Legal Sports Betting
2022/03/16
Though California remains among the states that have yet to legalize sports betting, many believe this will ultimately change, even if it doesn't happen for another year or so. And while there are many factors that will determine whether The Golden State changes their stance, it absolute matters how voters feel on the subject. Legalization becomes tougher if they're predominantly against it. As it turns out, though, they may not be.
Lobbyists are Spending Millions on Trying to Legalize Sports Betting in Texas
2022/03/11
Texas continues to remain among the holdouts in the United States when it comes to legalizing sports betting. This insistence on not addressing the issue with any sort of urgency has many citizens and political figures annoyed—particularly when the state has passed on so many ostensibly intriguing proposals. What's next for the future of sports betting in Texas, if anything? We're not quite sure. But it begins with lobbyists spending truckloads of money to try inflicting change.
Missouri Pro Sports Teams Pushing to Legal Sports Betting in 2022
2022/03/11
The race to bring legal sports betting to Missouri before the local legislature adjourns on May 13 is heating up. So much so, in fact, that professional sports franchises throughout the state have joined the push to bring about change. With so many in favor of legalizing sports gambling, and with so much money on the line, should we expect Missouri to take the plunge 33 other states have already made? Let's break it all down.
California Remains Split on Whether to Legalize Sports Betting in 2022
2022/03/08
Entering 2022, over 30 states in the U.S. have made the decision to legalize sports betting in some form. Others, meanwhile, have proposed or even approved legislation that would do the same in the next year or so. And yet, to the surprise of many, California has isn't a member of either group. They haven't legalized any form of sports betting and won't rehash the issue again until their November 2022 ballot. What, pray to tell, does this mean for the future of sports betting in the state? We're here to have a look.
New York Reports $1.54 Billion in Legal Sports Betting Business for February 2022
2022/03/08
Legal sports betting first arrived in New York at the start of January 2022. However, given how delayed the rollout proved to be at the beginning of a new year, February marked the first full month in which sports betting was fully legal. And not surprisingly, it was a banner pay period for the state. New York accepted more than $1.5 billion in sports bets for February, which amounts to nearly $100 million in total revenue for the state itself. And believe it or not, the best has probably yet to come.
Churchill Downs in Kentucky is Removing Online Sports Betting Options
2022/02/28
In what many considered a surprising move, Churchill Downs, Inc., has decided to remove online and mobile sports betting options from their portfolio. The company, which is based in Kentucky and synonymous with the Kentucky Derby that takes place at the Churchill Downs racetrack, believes it no longer makes sense for their customers to use such services offered by them. But are they correct? And will this decision have any impact on legal sports betting in the larger state of Kentucky? Let's take a look.
Iowa Keeps Setting Sports Betting Records Ahead of 2022 March Madness
2022/02/25
As soon as legal sports gambling arrived in Iowa towards the latter half of 2021, the revenue started streaming down in droves. Not only did they clear nine figures in their first month, but they nearly toppled a quarter-billion dollars in total sports bets during their inaugural go-round. And if you thought that was something, you haven't seen anything yet. Iowa has continued to reset their sports-betting benchmark ahead of the 2022 March Madness tournament, and they don't appear as if they'll ever look back.
Louisiana Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/02/25
Louisiana legalized sports betting in 2021, embracing both retail and mobile wagering. The Pelican State offers a diverse market with multiple operators competing for bettors. New Orleans' vibrant sports culture drives significant engagement. While most parishes allow sports betting, a few opted out, creating a patchwork of regulations. The state benefits from tax revenue, with responsible gambling measures in place.
Minnesota Lawmakers Could Legalize Sports Betting in 2022
2022/02/17
Sports betting is officially legal in more than half of the United States as of February 2022. Chief among the holdouts, though, is the state of Minnesota, which has thus far resisted green lighting sports gambling practices despite so many of their neighboring regions having already made the plunge. And yet, many expect this to change over the next year. Are they correct? Or will it still be a while before Minnesota joins the ranks of those that have legalized sports betting?
Wisconsin Nows Allows Legal Sports Betting...in One Place
2022/02/10
The start of 2022 has brought with it big changes to the state of Wisconsin. Residents can now place legal sports bets...sort of. Only one casino currently owns the right to operate as a legal sportsbook, and you need to show up in person to place your wager. Will other casinos have the chance to join them? And will Wisconsin ever pivot to online sports betting? Let's take a look.
Washington Top Sportsbooks in 2026
2022/02/08
Washington legalized sports betting in 2020, restricting it to tribal casinos. Mobile betting is allowed only within casino premises. Several tribes have launched sportsbooks, offering wagering on professional and collegiate sports. Efforts to expand online betting statewide have been unsuccessful.
Legal Online Sports Betting Set to Hit Ohio By 2023
2022/01/31
Here's some good news for people if The Buckeye State: Legal online sports betting is set to hit Ohio no later than 2023. The decision comes as many places in the United States have officially greenlit sports betting or have legislation in place that intends to do so in the near future. As is the case with every legalization, though, Ohio still has a few steps left before residents can start placing wagers without issue.
Legal Mobile Sports Betting is Officially Live in Louisiana
2022/01/28
Another state has taken the plunge and rolled out legal online sports betting. After a long waiting period following an intense round of debates on the subject, Louisiana had six online sportsbooks go live throughout the state on Friday, January 28. This is obviously a huge step for the entire state for so many reasons. But there are some stipulations and long-term ramifications worth analyzing. And it just so happens that's why we're here.
Ohio Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Ohio launched legal sports betting on January 1, 2023. The state offers a competitive market with both retail and online sportsbooks. Bettors can wager on professional and college sports. The Ohio Casino Control Commission regulates the industry, overseeing licensing and operations.
Massachusetts Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Massachusetts launched legal sports betting in 2023, offering both retail and online options. The state features a competitive market with multiple operators, including local favorites. Betting is allowed on professional and college sports, with some restrictions on in-state college teams. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission regulates the industry.
Virginia Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Virginia launched legal online sports betting in January 2021. The state offers multiple mobile sportsbooks, allowing residents to wager on professional and out-of-state college sports. In-state college betting is prohibited. There are no retail sportsbooks, making Virginia an online-only market.
Iowa Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Iowa legalized sports betting in 2019, embracing both retail and mobile options. The Hawkeye State's market features multiple operators competing for bettors. Initially requiring in-person registration, Iowa transitioned to full online sign-ups in 2021, boosting accessibility. The state's moderate-sized market benefits from a balanced regulatory approach, fostering steady growth. College sports, particularly football, drive significant betting activity in Iowa.
Montana Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Montana legalized sports betting in 2019, launching operations in 2020. The state-run lottery oversees sports wagering, offering betting through licensed locations and a mobile app. However, mobile betting is geofenced to within these locations. Bettors can wager on various sports, with some restrictions on in-state college events.
New Jersey Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
New Jersey spearheaded the fight to legalize sports betting, winning a Supreme Court case in 2018. The state offers a robust market with numerous retail and online sportsbooks. Bettors can wager on a wide variety of sports, with some restrictions on in-state college teams. The Division of Gaming Enforcement regulates the industry.
Tennessee Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Tennessee launched online-only sports betting in 2020. Unique for its lack of retail sportsbooks, the state offers multiple mobile betting platforms. Bettors can wager on professional and collegiate sports, with some restrictions on in-state college prop bets.
Kentucky Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Kentucky legalized sports betting in 2023, launching operations in September. The Bluegrass State offers both retail and mobile wagering options. Horse racing's strong presence influences the market, with racetracks hosting retail sportsbooks. Kentucky's rich sports culture, particularly college basketball, drives significant interest. The state aims to capture revenue previously lost to neighboring states with established betting markets.
Best Grammy Betting Sites 2027
2022/01/20
Types of Grammy bets explained While most of the focus on Grammy night centers around Album of the Year and the remainder of the Big Four awards, there’s plenty of Grammy betting action to be had all night long. Recognizing and understanding the full range of available markets will open up additional ways to find […]
Michigan Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Michigan legalized sports betting in 2019, with operations beginning in 2020. The state offers a robust market with both retail and online sportsbooks. Bettors can wager on a wide range of professional and college sports. The Michigan Gaming Control Board oversees the industry, ensuring fair play and responsible gambling.
California Top Online Sportsbooks in 2026
2022/01/20
Despite California's massive sports market, legal sports betting remains elusive. Multiple attempts to legalize have failed, leaving residents without state-sanctioned options. Offshore sportsbooks attract Californian bettors, operating in a legal gray area. The potential tax revenue and job creation fuel ongoing debates, but tribal casino interests and political disagreements continue to hinder progress towards legalization in the Golden State.
North Carolina Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
North Carolina permits limited gambling, including tribal casinos, a state lottery, charitable gaming, and horse race betting. In 2019, retail sports betting was legalized at tribal casinos. Significant changes came in 2024, with the state legalizing online sports betting statewide, allowing residents to place bets via licensed mobile platforms. This expansion marks a major step in broadening gambling options within the state.
Pennsylvania Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Pennsylvania legalized online sports betting in 2019. Since then, the state has seen a surge in popular sportsbooks offering mobile apps and websites for convenient wagering. Bettors can place bets on various sports, including professional and college events, from anywhere within state borders.
Colorado Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Colorado launched legal sports betting in May 2020, quickly becoming a thriving market. The Centennial State offers both retail and online sportsbooks, with numerous operators competing for market share. Colorado's sports-loving population, particularly Denver's passionate fans, fuels strong betting activity. Liberal regulations, including remote registration and a wide array of betting options, contribute to the market's success and steady tax revenue growth.
Indiana Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Indiana entered the sports betting arena in 2019, quickly establishing a robust market. The Hoosier State offers a wide array of online and retail sportsbooks, attracting operators with its business-friendly approach. Basketball, both college and pro, fuels substantial betting activity. Indiana's strategic location draws bettors from neighboring states, contributing to its impressive handle and revenue figures. The market continues to evolve with new offerings and technologies.
Oregon Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2022/01/20
Oklahoma has not yet legalized commercial sports betting. Some tribal casinos offer limited sports betting options under existing gaming compacts. Efforts to expand sports wagering have faced challenges in the state legislature. Currently, Oklahomans can participate in fantasy sports and horse race betting, but broader sports betting remains illegal.
Washington Facing Scrutiny for Tribal Casinos' Sports Betting Monopoly
2022/01/12
As more and more places are legalizing sports betting in all of its forms, the state of Washington is now under scrutiny for its own gaming laws. Currently, they only allow tribal casinos to offer sports-betting options and continue to reject legislation that would allow other operations to obtain sports-gambling licenses. This, naturally, has angered card rooms, which are other gambling establishments that have been legalized and located throughout the state.
The Push to Expand Legal Sports in Florida is Getting Intense
2021/12/23
There has been a battle over the future of sports betting in Florida for quite some time now. The jist of the issue: The Seminole Tribe currently has a monopoly on all sports betting rights and wants to keep it that way, but sports venues, online sportsbooks and pari-mutuel establishments want to accept wagers, as well. The fight culminated in the Seminole Tribe halting their online sports-betting operation at the start of the December after a surprise ruling from a judge. So...what's next?
Texas Won't See Legalized Sports Betting Until 2023...At the Earliest
2021/12/23
Sports betting continues to receive the green light from plenty of places in the United States. It has already hit Illinois this year, among other locales, and is about to reach New York. And yet, along with California, Texas appears to be behind the times. Not only is sports betting yet to be legalized, but it has no chance of getting the official okay until 2023...and that's if residents are lucky.
California Faces Increased Pressure to Legalize Sports Betting
2021/12/15
With New York set to legalize online sports betting in 2022, California is now the state that looms as the biggest outlier among those who have yet to give sports gambling the green light. While the issue is scheduled to be voted on sometime in 2022, it is just one step in a long, not-even-close-to-being finished process. Some are convinced the vote will even be pushed back. Recently, though, optimists think the tide will change. But why?
New York Sports Betting is Legal, But Not on NCAA Football or Basketball Teams
2021/12/13
Sports betting in New York is already operational at certain retail locations and will be available online at the start of 2022. However, recent news has stipulated that there will be restrictions on which teams bettors can invest in. Will the impact of the limitations of professional sports? College sports? What does this mean for the future of sports betting in New York, if anything? We've got all the answers.
Legal Sports Betting May Not Come to North Carolina Anytime Soon
2021/11/30
As many other places in the United States continue their push toward legalized sports betting, North Carolina remains among the places where the future of its approval is in doubt. There has been legislation proposed to greenlight some forms of sports betting, but current loopholes, economic inequalities, and skepticism surrounding projections could prevent the state from introducing legal gambling anytime soon—or maybe at all.
Federal Judge Overturns Law Legalizing Sports Betting in Florida
2021/11/26
Online sports betting is no longer up and running in Florida—for now, at least. A federal judge has overturned a piece of legislation that was signed into law this past May by the state's governor, Ron DeSantis, that green lit online sports betting through the Seminole Tribe. Their operation, which launched on November 1, has officially been shut down, suddenly jeopardizing the long-term future of online sports betting in Florida.
Maryland Awards Sports Betting Licenses to Five Casinos
2021/11/19
Maryland is following in the footsteps of neighboring states and getting ready to roll out legalized sports betting. It has been a long, drawn-out process, but with the region's gaming commission approving sports betting licenses for five casinos, it finally seems like the wait is almost over. The remaining question, though: When will Maryland officially allow their residents to start placing legal sports wagers?
New York Formally Announces Licenses for Legal Mobile Sports Betting
2021/11/11
It has been a long wait for residents of New York, but the state has officially announced that it approved multiple licenses for mobile sports betting. The move finally puts them in line with neighboring states who have been ahead of the legal sports betting curve. However, the decision does not mean New Yorkers can start whipping out their phones and immediately place bets at this second. Read on to find out why.
Ohio Could Soon Vote on Bill to Legalize Sports Betting
2021/10/28
As more and more places in the United States continue to legalize sports betting, Ohio remains one of the biggest holdouts. Though legislation has been proposed in the form of HB 29, there has been very little movement on the subject, even as the state saw a stark decrease in local revenue streams over the past 24 months. Not even seeing nearby states like Illinois adjust their stance on sports betting has driven Ohio to action. It has made many wonder whether a real change will ever come. Well, as it turns out, real change may be on the horizon. Ohio could soon…
New York State Sets Final Tax Rates for Online Sports Betting
2021/10/21
As New York gets set to join all the other places in the United States that have legalized and officially implemented online sports betting, they have taken yet another step toward finishing the entire process. It isn't one that will necessarily excite prospective bettors or sportsbook providers, but make no mistake, it is an important one—not to mention one of the last. New York State has set final tax rates for online sports betting as of late October. Here's the thing: We don't yet know what those rates are. They only impact prospective betting providers, and because New York is still hammering out the bidding among…
Illinois Sports Betting 2026 | Legality & Best Sportsbooks
2021/10/16
Illinois launched legal sports betting in 2020, quickly becoming a major market. The Prairie State offers both retail and online sportsbooks, with a competitive landscape of operators. Chicago's passionate sports fanbase drives significant betting activity. Initial in-person registration requirements have been phased out, boosting mobile betting. The state's large population and strong sports culture contribute to its robust and growing sports betting industry.
