01/20/2026
Wisconsin could see online sports betting become legal as early as 2026 under new legislation that would place control firmly in the hands of the state’s tribal nations, according to reporting by Gaming America.
The proposal, Assembly Bill 601, would allow Wisconsin tribes to offer online sports wagering through mobile platforms while keeping major national sportsbook operators such as FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM outside the state’s betting market.
https://www.rezlifeweekly.com/post/wisconsin-lawmakers-consider-tribal-controlled-online-sports-betting-launch-in-2026
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By Joe Morey Rez Life Weekly EditorWisconsin could see online sports betting become legal as early as 2026 under new legislation that would place control firmly in the hands of the state’s tribal nations, according to reporting by Gaming America. The proposal, Assembly Bill 601, would allow Wiscon...
