Montana Senate bill proposes broader online gambling restrictions
Montana Senate Bill 555, introduced by Senator Vince Ricci for the 2025 legislative session, would broaden the definition of internet gambling to include online casinos and cryptocurrency payments. The proposal preserves exceptions including the state lottery, simulcast facilities and nonprofit raffles; a gaming lawyer and a trade association raised concerns about how its wording could affect games and operators.
The proposal could change which online gambling activities and payment methods are prohibited in Montana.