Missouri: Sports Betting on Hold, But Hope for 2024?
Missouri sports fans hoping to place legal bets will have to wait a bit longer. Here’s the scoop:
2023 Efforts Fall Short: Two sports betting bills proposed in 2023 failed to pass the Missouri legislature.
2022’s Near Miss: In 2022, Missouri seemed poised to legalize sports betting, but a last-minute disagreement stalled the bill.
The Sticking Point: A disagreement over video lottery terminals (VLTs) at truck stops and gas stations held up the bill. Casinos lobbying for sports betting opposed VLTs.
A Glimmer of Hope?: Despite the setbacks, there’s still a chance for sports betting in 2024.
Missouri Betting FAQs
No, sports betting is not currently legal in Missouri.
Lawmakers couldn't reach an agreement on the bills, with a disagreement over video lottery terminals being a major sticking point.
There's a possibility. New sports betting bills could be introduced in 2024.
There's no widespread opposition, but the 2023 bills faced disagreement over allowing video lottery terminals in addition to sports betting.
You can follow news from Missouri legislative websites or search for updates from local sports news outlets.
