2016 Senate Bill 889

Permit, regulate and tax internet gambling

Introduced in the Senate

April 14, 2016

Introduced by Sen. Mike Kowall (R-15)

To repeal a state ban on gambling over the internet. Senate Bill 890 repeals the ban, and this bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory and licensure regime for internet gambling companies, along with a 10 percent tax on their gross revenue.

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

June 9, 2016

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.