Bill
SJR 82
Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including establishment of a state agency with powers to regulate all lotteries and gift enterprises, imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees.
89th Legislature (2025)
Introduced by César Blanco and 3 co-sponsors
Texas constitutional amendment proposal legalizes casino gaming and sports wagering, establishing state regulation, operator licensing, and gambling revenue taxation.
Co-author authorized
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