Legal sports betting is progressing in the state of Montana, as rules regarding who can apply for a sports wagering license have been put in place. The licenses will be granted for operators to launch on the Montana Lottery’s betting platform branded as “Sports Bet … Read more
MT HB 725 is the bill that legalized sports betting in Montana. Bettors in the state can bet on Montana colleges. Schools are creating policies to prevent people from or close to the team from betting. BOZEMAN, Mont. – The Board of Regents will meet … Read more
Montana was the first state in 2019 to sign sports betting into law. IGT and the Montana lottery signed a seven-year contract in 2016 that allows IGT to expand their services to offer sports betting. The timing of when legal sports betting in Montana will … Read more
The Montana Lottery’s no-bid sportsbook contract with Intralot is generating controversy. Various industry lobbyists want a full, open bidding process. If the Intralot deal is scrapped, sports betting could be delayed into next year. HELENA, Mont. – Montana is racing the clock to get sports … Read more
• Gov. Steve Bullock (D) vetoed SB 330 on May 3. • The bill’s veto override fell well short of the necessary 2/3 vote during polling. • For now, MT sports betting will be online and administered by the state lottery. HELENA, Mont. – On … Read more
Montana becomes the 10th state to give sports betting the green light. SB 25 and HB 725 authorize sports betting tabs and single-game betting, respectively. The Montana Lottery will administer single-game betting, while taverns and bars will offer sports pools and tabs. HELENA, Mont. – … Read more
Montana was previously one of four states that were pardoned of the federal prohibition of sports betting known as PASPA. Montana Governor Steve Bullock has the option to sign two sports betting bills, sign one and veto the other, or let them both pass without … Read more
Montana was one of four states that was not barred from sports betting during the years of PASPA. Sports betting bills MT HB 475 and MT HB 725 both passed through the Montana House of Representatives last month. Montana sports betting bill MT SB 330 … Read more
Montana has three pieces of legislation outstanding that would approve sports wagering. Newgioco has made its second agreement with a Montana gaming establishment this year. The company, paired with Northern Winz Casino, would offer their ELYS betting platform. BOX ELDER, Mont. – The Northern Winz … Read more