Sports fans in Montana have a limited taste of sports betting, but with a twist. Unlike some states, Montana offers mobile betting, but only within the physical location of a licensed sportsbook. Here’s a quick rundown:
In-Person Only: Currently, Montana allows sports betting solely through kiosks located at retail sportsbooks. You can’t place bets remotely using your phone.
Limited Competition: Intralot, the state lottery operator, is the sole provider of sports betting in Montana. This lack of competition can potentially affect betting odds for bettors.
Small Market: Montana’s population and limited betting options make it a minor player in the overall U.S. sports betting market.
Future of Mobile Betting in Montana
While Montana’s current system offers a taste of sports betting, it might not be the end of the story. It’s possible that lawmakers could revisit regulations in the future to allow for full mobile wagering, similar to other states.
Montana Betting FAQs
Sort of! Montana technically has mobile betting, but you can only place bets using a kiosk while physically on-site at a licensed sportsbook. Remote mobile wagering from your phone is not currently allowed.
Intralot, the state lottery operator, has exclusive rights to offer sports betting in Montana. This lack of competition might influence betting odds for bettors.
No, Montana's sports betting market is quite small. The limited betting options and the state's population size contribute to this.
It's possible! With other states offering full mobile wagering, Montana lawmakers might revisit regulations in the future to expand betting options.
Keep an eye on news outlets and official Montana Lottery resources for any developments or changes to sports betting regulations in the state.
