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Texas sports betting legalization could get a fresh legislative opening following the election, according to CDC Gaming Reports. Casino gambling could also receive consideration, though passage remains uncertain.
Goodwin Supports Taking Gambling Legalization to Voters
Gina Hinojosa and Vikki Goodwin were elected governor and lieutenant governor, respectively, CDC Gaming Reports reported. The results put Democrats in charge of those offices for the first time since 1994. That year, Ann Richards lost the governorship to George W. Bush.
Goodwin supports letting voters decide whether to legalize sports betting and casino gambling. Her position creates the possibility of a Texas Senate vote on the issue, which the outlet describes as a potential first.
Republican Senate Majority Remains a Hurdle
Republicans still hold a majority in the Texas Senate, leaving gambling expansion’s prospects uncertain.
CDC Gaming Reports questioned whether Republican senators oppose legalization as strongly as outgoing Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick portrayed. The outlet also noted that gambling legalization is a nonpartisan issue in many states.
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Source: As reported by CDC Gaming Reports.
