A Race to Legalize Sports Betting

Sports betting bill filed in Texas House
A similar proposal has also been filed in the Texas Senate, but could face headwinds as gambling-related bills have drawn pushback from lawmakers in that chamber.
Texas Sports Betting Legislation Introduced In House
After passing a Texas sports betting bill in 2023, the House sees a new bill introduced while the Senate remains an uphill battle.
Texas vs. Minnesota: A Race to Legalize Sports Betting
Texas might legalize sports betting sooner than Minnesota this year. For more legal analysis across the gaming industry, check out Legal Sports Report.
Texas sports betting constitutional amendment filed
A Texas lawmaker Wednesday (12 February) filed a proposal that would allow for sports betting, though it's unclear if digital is included.
Gambling industry again pushing Texas Legislature to approve casinos, online sports betting
This is the third session, deep-pocketed gambling interests have looked for wins in the GOP-controlled Texas Lege.
Survey Shows Strong Texas Sports Betting Support
The University of Houston released a survey looking at various 2025 legislative issues, including Texas sports betting.
Texas representative files resolution for sports betting
Texas state Representative Sam Harless from Spring filed House Joint Resolution 134. It would make sports betting a constitutional amendment.
Texas, Oklahoma sports betting bills move forward in state legislatures
Sports betting bills moved forward in Texas and Oklahoma this week, but both have a long way to go before becoming law.
Online sports betting; Is Texas missing out?
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) - 39 states have legalized sports gambling, boosting state revenue for public programs. Despite high demand, Texas has yet to follow. If legalized, this could generate significant revenue for education in rural areas such as the Big Country,
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Fort Worth lawmaker reignites push to legalize casino gambling, sports betting in Texas
The Texas Constitution requires voter approval to authorize gambling in Texas, but the issue has traditionally faced intense ...
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Casino and sports betting companies press for a win in Texas despite Senate opposition
With plenty of patience and money, the industry is extending its multi-year campaign to bring legal casinos and sports ...
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Texas Lawmakers Take Long Shot at Bringing Sports Betting, Casinos to Lone Star State
GeoComply reported that 17,000 sports betting accounts created in legal wagering states were accessed in Texas during Super ...
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Texas lawmakers revive push to legalize casinos, online sports betting despite political hurdles
Public opinion appears to be shifting in favor of gambling expansion. A recent University of Houston poll found that 60% of ...
Betting on Texas: State lawmaker hopes legalizing gambling and sports betting will create a billion dollar industry, increase tax revenue
In research commissioned by the Sports betting alliance, gaming Firm Eilers and Krejcik gaming found that gaming could become ...
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Texas Sports Betting Sites – Top 10 Best TX Online Sportsbooks in 2025
Texas sports betting in the Lone Star State is available for bettors wanting to wager on NFL, NBA, MLB, and other popular leagues. Although sports wagering is yet to be legalized at a local level ...
Texas Southern at Grambling odds, tips and betting trends - February 15
The Texas Southern Tigers (10-14, 7-4 SWAC) aim to end a three-game losing streak when they visit the Grambling Tigers (8-16, ...
Alabama vs. Texas odds, line, start time: 2025 college basketball picks, February 11 best bets by proven model
We've got another exciting SEC matchup on the schedule as the No. 2 Alabama Crimson Tide and Texas Longhorns are set to tip at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday at the Moody Center. Texas is 15-9 overall and 10-4 ...