Vermont legislative committees continue review of sports wagering legislation

Vermont legislative committees continue review of sports wagering legislation

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  • Dave Fidlin, The Center Square
February 22, 2023 6:54 PM
  • Dave Fidlin, The Center Square

The race to legalize sports wagering in Vermont during the 2023 legislative cycle continues, as a new panel takes up the bill laying the groundwork for the new entertainment option and revenue source.

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The House Ways and Means Committee on Tuesday began its review of House Bill 127, taking testimony from state officials involved in the logistical details. Several panels have been digging into the legislation in the early months of 2023 – most recently, the Committee on Government Operations.

The committee-level reviews come on the heels of the Sports Wagering Betting Study Committee’s adoption of a 33-page report in December. The document included a number of recommendations, including handing oversight over to the Department of Liquor and Lottery.