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Missouri Gaming Commission sets 1 December 2025 sports betting start

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Missouri’s Gaming Commission expects retail and online sports betting to begin on 1 December 2025 after Secretary of State Denny Hoskin rejected emergency rules for an earlier launch. The Commission opened applications on 15 May; mobile applications are due by 15 July, with a hearing scheduled for 13 August and awards planned for 15 August.

The decision sets the expected launch date and key application and award dates for Missouri sportsbook operators.

Earlier licence decisions by MGC

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
Wynn MANot statedMassachusetts Gaming Commission schedules Encore Boston Harbor licence hearingNot stated
Not namedNot statedMissouri Gaming Commission opens sports wagering licence applicationsNot stated
Plainridge Park CasinoNot statedMassachusetts Gaming Commission schedules Plainridge licence renewal hearingNot stated
Plainridge Park CasinoUSD 338,000,000MGC holds Plainridge Park Casino renewal hearing in MassachusettsNot stated
FanaticsNot statedMassachusetts Gaming Commission recommends Fanatics for five-year licenceNot stated

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Missouri Gaming Commission opens sports wagering licence applications

The Missouri Gaming Commission began accepting sports wagering licence applications on 15 May, reportedly following voter approval of legalisation. Applications for two direct mobile licences are due by 15 July, with selections scheduled for 15 August; other mobile and retail applications are due by 12 September. Missouri’s constitution requires sports betting to launch by 1 December.

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