On Wednesday, the Minnesota House will hold a hearing on a bill that aims to legalize sports betting on mobile apps and at tribal casinos in the state. The Commerce Committee Chair, Zack Stephenson of Coon Rapids, announced a new provision in the bill that would establish a regulatory authority structure for daily fantasy sports betting.
During the hearing, Stephenson will focus on providing information about the changes made to the bill, including an amendment adopted by the State Government committee. This amendment aims to provide clarity on the regulations around sports betting in Minnesota.
In addition to sports betting, Stephenson’s amendment also includes adjustments for charitable gaming that could potentially lead to 40 million dollars in annual tax relief for pull-tab operators. However, the state’s horse tracks have expressed their opposition to this bill.
Overall, the hearing in the Minnesota House will cover various amendments made to the bill, including the regulatory structure for daily fantasy sports betting and adjustments for charitable gaming. The opposition from horse tracks adds another layer of complexity to this discussion surrounding this proposed legislation.
