Posts Tagged ‘Tennessee’
How The US Sports Betting Industry Expanded In 2021
Rhode Island sportsbooks took in over $12 million in revenue from July to October. Tennessee residents wagered over $375.3 million on sports in October. Illinois sportsbooks handled over $840.4 million in October, a 32.6% increase from the previous highest handle. LAS VEGAS – With so much happening in over the last year, it’s easy to…
Read MoreNew TN Sports Betting Applications Unaffected By Regulatory Changes
Three new Tennessee online sportsbooks may be added this year. Sports betting regulatory responsibilities in TN will change hands by 2022. The Sports Wagering Advisory Council is hoping to have an executive director by September. NASHVILLE – Later this week, three online Tennessee sports betting operators will be contacted by the Tennessee Education Lottery regarding…
Read MoreNo Legal Pari-Mutuel Betting For TN As Bill Shot Down In The House
Parimutuel horse race betting was outlawed in Tennessee in 1905. A set of bills looking to legalize the activity are all but dead as the House version died out on Tuesday. Advocates for the pastime believe it would be a welcome addition like sports betting has been to the state in terms of a profitable…
Read MoreMissouri Getting The Jump On Sports Betting Bills For 2021
Missouri is not shying away from the sports betting industry as three new bills have been pre-filed by different sponsors. The Show-Me State was close to sports wagering legalization in 2020 prior to the outbreak of COVID-19 and the upcoming 2021 session hopes to finish the job. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri lawmakers have already…
Read MoreA $200M Casino Could Be Coming To Georgia
South Columbus could be getting a $200 million casino in the future. Lawmakers are considering restarting the debate to legalize casinos in 2020. A statewide referendum will be needed before any new gambling facilities can open. COLUMBUS, Ga. – Lawmakers are discussing the possibility to legalize casinos and other forms of gaming in 2020. A…
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