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Abbott says Texas is not ready to legalise sports betting or casinos

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott said in a Sunday interview that he is not ready to support legalising resort-style casinos or sports betting in the state. He cited concerns about gambling addiction and alleged athlete involvement in sports-event misconduct; Texas lawmakers introduced sports betting legislation in 2025, but it did not advance.

Abbott’s position adds uncertainty for companies seeking legal sports betting or casino markets in Texas.

End-of-day close Las Vegas Sands (LVS), USD, to 22 January 2026
Story date24 October 202522 January 2026

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