Virginia state senator Schuyler VanValkenburg introduced SB 124, which would allow wagers on in-state college teams. Current rules prohibit those bets, while supporters cite potential tax revenue and opponents raise concerns about athlete harassment and match-fixing.
The proposal could change which college events Virginia sports-betting operators may offer if lawmakers approve it.
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New York Senator Jeremy Zellner introduced a bill to establish a four-member task force examining proposition and under wagers in the state. The proposed body would study market prevalence, revenue, integrity risks and harms to athletes, and submit a report by 31 December; the bill is before the Senate Committee on Racing, Gaming and Wagering.
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed SB 6137, allowing tribal casinos to take bets on collegiate events. The law continues to prohibit wagers on individual athletes and minor league sports, while protecting players, coaches and officials involved in athletic events.
Louisiana Senator Katrina Jackson-Andrews filed Senate Bill 354 for the 2026 Regular Session, proposing to prohibit operators from accepting or paying out on prop bets and live micro-bets. If approved in time, the measure is scheduled to take effect on 1 August.
The NFL told all 32 teams it is working with state lawmakers, regulators and sports betting partners to limit or prohibit some prop bets. The memo lists markets involving injuries or misconduct, officiating, outcomes decided by one person in one play, and pre-determined events; no implementation timetable was stated.
An NCAA Division I committee approved a proposal on 8 October to allow student-athletes and athletics department staff to bet on professional sports, while keeping the ban on college-sports wagers. The change requires approval at Division II and III levels and would take effect on 1 November if ratified; Charles Barkley criticised the proposal in comments to a news site.