Location: Texas
Texas governor says he supports legalizing sports gambling in the state
Gov. Greg Abbott is ready to allow online sports betting in Texas. In an exclusive interview for the Texas Take Podcast, Abbott said he has... more
Texans love the idea of gambling in their state, despite GOP pushback
Gambling in Texas continues to be a hot-button issue, with advocates putting serious weight behind efforts to bring legalized sports... more
Texas lottery officials helped companies win a $95 million jackpot. That’s not the only favor they got
On June 30, 2022, Lottery.com’s board of directors convened online for an uncomfortable presentation. The Austin-based company sold state... more
Planning to build on Long Island, Las Vegas Sands CEO concerned about igaming expansion in New York
As Las Vegas Sands executives continue to tout their 2025 and long-term prospects in Macau and Singapore, the possibility of dealing with... more
Montana bill would allow ‘antique gambling’ for historical charities
A bill in the Montana legislature would establish a new type of fundraiser for certain non-profit organizations, called “Wild West Casino... more
What is the Texas Destination Resort Alliance? Breaking down the PAC behind the TV ads
You may have seen a TV ad recently urging lawmakers to “let Texans vote on destination resorts.” The advertisements, produced... more
OPINION: Gambling won in Texas House speaker race. That helps explain this curious Trump move
Gambling was a winner in the Texas House speaker’s race, and that helps explain a mystery. After two election cycles in which the... more
Veteran casino executive, regulator warns of federal regulation
A recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on online gambling and sports betting was just the beginning of a push for federal gaming... more
Texas: Alabama-Coushatta tribe opens travel center with Class II gaming devices
The Alabama-Coushatta tribe of Livingston,Texas, recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its Ischoopa Travel Center, which includes 81... more
Will Texas Legislature expand gambling? Here are key players in 2025
Lawmakers returning to the state Capitol later this month will be met with a renewed push to expand gambling opportunities for Texans.... more
