Is This Heaven? Governor Signs Iowa Sports Betting Into Law

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed SF 617 into law after weeks of deliberation, making Iowa sports betting a reality. Montana and Indiana enacted the first two laws. Read More

Posted on: May 13, 2019 | | Adam Candee

Iowa Sports Betting Outlook Blurry, But No Hurry To Worry Because Gov Has 30 (Days)

Gov. Kim Reynolds will have up to 30 days to make her decision on the Iowa sports betting bill passed April 22 by the legislature. Read More

Posted on: April 30, 2019 | | Matthew Kredell

As Iowa Sports Betting Awaits Governor’s Signature, Sportsbooks Start Making Moves

Just how confident are some operators that the Iowa sports betting bill will be signed into law? Enough that they are lining up deals for when the day arrives. PointsBet has been quick off the mark to gain a foothold in Iowa after striking a partnership with Catfish Bend Casino. Read More

Posted on: April 28, 2019 | | Julian Rogers

Iowa Sports Betting Bill Off To Governor’s Desk After House Passage

The Iowa legislature is ready to authorize the state’s casinos and racetracks to build sportsbooks. Bill sponsors Rep. Bobby Kaufman and Sen. Roby Smith tell Legal Sports Report that SF 617, passed by the Senate last week, will clear the House this afternoon. Read More

Posted on: April 22, 2019 | | Matthew Kredell

Iowa One Step Closer To Sports Betting, As Senate Easily Passes Bill

An Iowa sports betting bill passed the Senate comfortably on Wedensday, setting up the state possibly to have legal wagering this year. Read More

Posted on: April 17, 2019 | | Adam Candee

How Close Is Iowa Sports Betting? Just A Few Steps Remain Ahead Of Key Vote

The Iowa Senate sports betting bill is on the move, and it’s getting closer to matching the bill that already is on the House floor. Read More

Posted on: April 3, 2019 | | Matthew Kredell

Iowa Sports Betting Bill Poised To Advance After Changes Bridge Partisan Gap

After squeaking through its first committee mostly on party lines, Iowa sports betting legislation is poised to advance to the House floor. It should happen with bipartisan support, thanks to changes being made in the Ways and Means Committee. Read More

Posted on: March 18, 2019 | | Matthew Kredell