Texas gaming advocates outline hurdles to legalisation in 2025
Gaming industry representatives discussed prospects for casino and sports betting legislation in Texas at a Global Gaming Expo session ahead of the 2025 legislative session. The article says a measure would require approval by two-thirds of both legislative chambers and enabling legislation, followed by a statewide referendum; the Texas Senate rejected an online sports betting bill in 2023.
Operators and suppliers weighing Texas market entry face legislative and referendum requirements before gaming could be authorised.