Governors Office States it Will Support Betting Bill in 2023 Amid Growing Interest
As we reported last week, the Missouri legislature started a “special session” this week. On Monday, a House Committee held a hearing to discuss the urgent need for Missouri to pass sports betting, especially in light of the recent launch of the Kansas market.
Driving the discussion at the hearing, was data from iDEA member GeoComply showing that thousands of Missourians are attempting to access regulated OSBs in Kansas, and that thousands are traveling across the border to place bets.
Because the special session is limited on what types of bills can be passed by the legislature, there is a high hurdle for sports wagering to proceed beyond the committee stage
iDEA shared information with Rep. Houx and other lawmakers in advance of the 09/19 hearing.
We continue to communicate with lawmakers to provide data an information they can use to advance the legislation during the special session and beyond.