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Hold ‘Em Or Fold ‘Em: Texas Legislators Ready To Expand Texas Gambling

These are the candidates to vote for in the 2022 election if expanded gambling in Texas is on the top of your voting priorities list.

Posted on: April 26, 2022 | | User 44f683a8

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‘A Foot In The Door’ For Legalized Gambling In Texas

The Las Vegas Sands PAC, funded by Miriam Adelson, is attempting to win the long game of legalizing casino gambling in Texas.

Posted on: March 17, 2022 | | Tyler Andrews

Two Texas Women Arrested for Gambling Promotion

Two Arrested for Illegal Operation of Slots-Like Eight-Liner Machines

In November, two women were arrested and charged with gambling promotion in Port Arthur, Texas. The incident spreads illegal gambling.

Posted on: December 3, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Texas Sports Betting Legislative Efforts Dead Until 2023

Sen. Juan Hinojosa tells PlayTexas that his sports betting legislation won't advance this session, which ends May 31.

Posted on: May 24, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Bill To Authorize Quick Draw Lottery Games In Bars Advances, But Faces Uphill Battle

A bill legalizing new Texas Lottery games, and allowing bars and taverns to sell them, faces an uphill battle after moving through committee.

Posted on: April 16, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Texas Sports Teams Say They’ll Be At A Competitive Disadvantage Without Sports Betting

Sports betting finally got a hearing in the Texas legislature, and the reception was warmer than expected.

Posted on: April 15, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Push Continues For Gambling Expansion As Texas Bills Include Casinos, Sports Betting

The House and Senate saw bills filed to legalize casinos and sports betting in Texas. However, such legislation still faces uphill battles.

Posted on: March 12, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris

Texas Lawmaker Expects Strong Sports Betting Push Behind Sports Team Owners

Rep. Dan Huberty, sponsor of the Texas House sports betting bill, expects colleagues to warm to legalization once they hear from team owners.

Posted on: March 2, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Will The Stars Align For Texas Teams To Offer Sports Betting?

Rep. Dan Huberty and Sen. Juan Hinojosa filed companion legislation Tuesday to legalize and regulate sports wagering in the Lone Star State.

Posted on: February 23, 2021 | | Matthew Kredell

Legalizing Casino Gambling Heavily Supported By Texans, According To Survey

A survey conducted by the University of Houston shows Texas residents favor several revenue-boosting suggestions, including legalizing casino gambling.

Posted on: January 29, 2021 | | Martin F. Harris