Alabama Lottery and Mobile Betting: On the Horizon in 2024?
Alabama is a unique case – one of the last states in the US without a lottery. But could 2024 be the year the state finally jumps into the lottery and mobile betting game?
Stalled Lottery Dreams
A 2022 bill offered a flicker of hope, proposing a state-run lottery alongside mobile wagering. Unfortunately, lawmakers ended the session without a vote. Building a strong mobile market might be tricky. With only tribal casinos and no existing lottery, this state lacks a foundation for online gambling.
Learning from the Neighbor
Tennessee’s thriving exclusive online lottery system could be a model for Alabama. This approach might offer a more achievable path towards mobile wagering.
Facing Resistance
Despite the potential economic benefits, passing a gambling expansion bill faces strong opposition in Alabama. There’s a significant group within the state who disapprove of increased gambling options.
The coming months will be telling. Will they follow the trend and embrace lotteries and mobile gambling, or will it remain on the sidelines?
Alabama Betting FAQs
No, Alabama is one of the few remaining states in the US without a lottery.
No, there are currently no legal forms of sports betting in Alabama, including mobile wagering.
The potential economic benefits of a lottery and mobile betting market are seen as a possible advantage for the state.
There is significant opposition from some groups within the state who disapprove of gambling expansion. Additionally, the lack of an existing lottery system could make establishing a mobile market more difficult.
The coming months will be important to see if Alabama joins the growing number of states with legal lotteries and mobile sports betting, or if it remains one of the few exceptions.
