2017 Senate Bill 461

Decriminalize fantasy sports game betting

Introduced in the Senate

June 14, 2017

Introduced by Sen. Wayne Schmidt (R-37)

To establish that betting on fantasy sports games and contests are not prohibited under the state penal code, subject to specified restrictions and requirements, including that the outcome be the result of player skill and knowledge and not just chance. See Senate Bill 462.

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

Oct. 19, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.