Georgia’s sports betting legislation withered in legislative debates following numerous amendments and disagreements over revenue allocation. The bill failed to progress due to differing opinions on how to earmark the generated funds, signaling a setback for the state’s sports betting aspirations.
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Georgia State Senator Clint Dixon’s sports betting bill, SB 386, has been languishing in the House since passing through the Senate several weeks ago and the deadline looms large as the bill, and its companion SR 579, must be approved by March 28th in order for it to go to the voters in November.
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Georgia’s SB 386 sports betting bill awaits House approval by March 28th to secure a spot on November’s ballot. With potential revenue allocation debates and constituent interest, the fate of the legislation hangs in balance.
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Georgia’s House Bill 1329, aiming to regulate daily fantasy sports and introduce casino gambling, faces a setback. The bill, seeking revenue through licensing fees and taxes, fails to advance. The state misses out on potential billions, and hopes for change are pinned on the next legislative session in 2025.
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The Georgia Senate has passed a sports betting bill that includes a crucial voter referendum. However, significant challenges lie ahead as the bill progresses to the House, where its fate hangs in the balance.
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A study by GeoComply, commissioned by the Sports Betting Alliance, reported 70,000 attempted sports bets on Super Bowl Sunday by Georgia residents trying to make a wager by attempting to access sportsbooks in neighboring states that allow sports betting.
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Georgia introduced a second sports betting bill with bipartisan support, backed by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and Senate Minority Leader Gloria Butler. Estimates suggest potential revenue of $80-100 million for the state. The bill also has support from the Atlanta Braves.
