by Michael Molter | Feb 20, 2025 2:45 pm | Legal
After an $83 million lottery jackpot was won, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick started an investigation into the Texas Lottery. The focus on ending mobile Lottery purchases in Texas could sway Patrick’s attention from Texas sports betting. AUSTIN, Texas – A recent...
by Michael Molter | Feb 13, 2025 9:55 am | Legal
Legislators filed two Texas gambling bills on Wednesday, marking the start of legal Texas sports betting conversations for 2025. AUSTIN, Texas – On Wednesday, Texas lawmakers introduced significant legislation aimed at legalizing sports betting within the state. State...
by Michael Molter | Feb 4, 2025 7:31 pm | Legal
Sports betting bills like SJR 16 are being discussed to build a legal Texas sports betting industry. Opposition to advance Texas sports betting lies in the Senate, notably under Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick. AUSTIN, Texas – In a recent interview on the Texas Take...
by Zachary Kelley | May 12, 2023 12:21 pm | Legal
Sports betting bills TX HJR 102 and TX HB 1942 passed in the Texas House of Representatives on Thursday. With Senate approval, Texas voters will decide whether sports betting becomes legal in the Lone Star State. However, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Republican Senators...
by Zachary Kelley | Apr 4, 2023 8:48 pm | Sports Betting
A casino gambling bill and an online sports betting bill have both been approved by a Texas House Committee. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is strongly against Texas sports betting legalization. AUSTIN, Texas – Two bills that could potentially legalize sports betting...