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The Week In Sports Betting News: Is It Too Late For Ohio, Massachusetts?

This week's recap of sports betting news includes an update out of Ohio and Massachusetts as well as solid numbers out of Illinois and Tennessee. Read More

Posted on: November 23, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Ohio Sports Betting Bill Inches Forward In 10-Minute Hearing

The wait for a delayed Ohio Senate committee to begin was significantly longer than the actual discussion on sports betting. The General Government and Agency Review Committee heard less than 10 minutes of discussion on SB 111. That’s mostly because the bill is outdated at this point. Sponsors John Eklund and Sean O’Brien have worked on […] Read More

Posted on: November 19, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Indiana Sports Betting Still Hitting Records Despite Robust Illinois Market

The sports betting industry wasn’t sure how the Indiana market would hold up whenever Illinois entered the sports betting scene. Illinois appears to be grabbing some share but the Hoosier State is holding on well, though. Sportsbooks saw another record month for both handle and revenue in October. Handle hit $230.9 million with $21.1 million […] Read More

Posted on: November 10, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Election Deals Setback To Ohio Sports Betting Legalization Effort

Early results out of Ohio suggest three key sports betting sponsors will not be back in 2021, throwing existing legislation into question. Read More

Posted on: November 4, 2020 | | Brad Allen

Why Sportsbooks Might Not Like New Ohio Sports Betting Bill Draft

If sports betting in Ohio is legalized this year, it may not be as robust of a market as expected after the draft bill reduced the number of licenses. The latest draft of HB 194 cuts the number of OH sports betting licenses to two for each casino and racino operator in the state. That’s […] Read More

Posted on: November 2, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Not So Fast: Eklund Pumps Brakes On Ohio Sports Betting Excitement

There’s been some excitement about finally legalizing Ohio sports betting, with reports surfacing of a compromise between the House and Senate. Sen. John Eklund, one of the bill sponsors, suggested taking it one step at a time. “I want to avoid giving anybody the impression that discussions that four members have had about an issue […] Read More

Posted on: September 18, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Ohio Sports Betting Bill Passes House And Moves To Senate

Ohio sports betting legislation advanced through a House committee Wedneday and passed the House floor on Thursday. Read More

Posted on: May 27, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Who’s Got Next? Five States That Could Legalize Sports Betting In 2020

At least half of US states should have legal sports betting by the end of 2020. Here's the five candidates most likely to choose sports betting this year. Read More

Posted on: January 31, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

2020 Vision: Will Second Chance Be Enough To Pass Ohio Sports Betting?

The Ohio House of Representatives is close to passing sports betting legislation, but there's work to be done in resolving differences with Senate bill. Read More

Posted on: January 28, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Ohio Governor Wants Sports Betting Bill Passed Before 2020 Elections

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's strong preference is that the General Assembly take action prior to anybody attempting to put sports betting on the ballot, which could lead to special interests controlling the process rather than Ohio’s elected representatives. Read More

Posted on: November 15, 2019 | | Matthew Kredell