PASPA And The Rise Of US Sports Betting – Two Years Later

PASPA 2nd Anniversary

The Supreme Court voted to overturn the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) two years ago. Since that decision, the popularity of sports betting has exploded in the United States, both in terms of participation and representation in pop culture. 23 states now have … Read more

Washington Sports Betting, Now Legal With Governor Signature

Washington Sports Betting Passes

Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed WA HB 2638, legalizing sports betting in the state. Sportsbooks are only allowed to open in tribal casinos in Washington. It could take months for Washington sports betting venues to open due to the coronavirus. OLYMPIA, Wash. – Washington Governor … Read more

Can Bernie Sanders Stop Joe Biden’s Momentum In Washington?

Washington Primary

The Washington Democratic Primary odds have Joe Biden as a -240 favorite to beat Bernie Sanders. Bettors are currently pulling for Biden, but Sanders might be the smarter bet. OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington Democratic primary is happening on Tuesday and online sportsbooks are favoring … Read more

Super Tuesday Part Two – Joe Biden A Heavy Favorite This Time

Joe Biden

Former Vice President Joe Biden is on a hot streak as Super Tuesday looks to be in his favor. Biden and Senator of Vermont Bernie Sanders will each be vying for the spot in six different states to win the Democratic Primary and move on … Read more

Washington Sports Betting Bill Passes Senate, Needs Gov. To Sign

Washington Senate

Bill WA HB 2638 has passed in Washington to make sports betting legal. Under the bill, both professional and collegiate sporting events would be available for wagers. Profits from the new gambling market could bring in millions for the economy of the Evergreen State. OLYMPIA, … Read more

WA Sports Betting Bill Gains Major Traction In Final Days Of Session

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The state of Washington is closer than ever to legalized sports betting. Bill WA HB 2638 would allow sportsbooks to open in Washington at Tribal casinos in the state. With ten days left in the legislative session, the bill continues to pass through committees. OLYMPIA, … Read more

WA Sports Betting Bill Making Strides After Senate Hearing

Washington State Capitol

A hearing at the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee took place to hear bill WA HB 2638 to legalize sports betting in Washington. This bill has passed through the House and moved onto the Senate making the idea of legal gambling on sporting events in … Read more

Washington Sports Betting Bill Passes In House, What’s Next?

Washington Sports Betting

Legal sports betting in Washington is closer than ever with the passing of WA HB 2638. The next step in the process is for companion bill WA SB 6384 to pass through the committee stage. The Legislature in Washington adjourns on March 13, making the … Read more

Legal Sports Betting In Washington One Step Closer To Reality

Washington House Votes On Sports Betting

A sports betting bill in Washington needs one final House vote to make it to the Governor. The bill would legalize gambling on both professional and collegiate sports at Tribal casinos, only prohibiting Washington colleges from bets. Online sports betting would also become legal but … Read more

Will Legal Sports Betting Happen In Washington In 2020 or 2021?

Washington Betting

Two sports betting bills are making their way through the legislative chambers in Washington. Should each bill continue moving forward, the Evergreen State could see the legalized wagering on sports in 2020. The last day of the shortened session is March 13, which is why … Read more