Commencement of Citizen Decision-Making on Lawful Sports Wagering in South Dakota

Commencement of Citizen Decision-Making on Lawful Sports Wagering in South Dakota

Hey there, betting enthusiasts! Today we're diving into the world of sports betting and what's brewing for the 2026 ballot in two states, California, and Nebraska. Let's get the inside scoop, shall we?

California: A Second Bite at the Cherry?

Remember when Proposition 26 and 27 were up for a vote in 2022? Yep, you guessed it, they both took a nose dive. But don't count sports betting out just yet. There's a buzz in the air that it might just make a reappearance on the ballot in 2026.

The Sports Betting Alliance, made up of big gun players like DraftKings and FanDuel, are striking up some new alliances with tribes. The aim here is to create a unified framework for online sports betting. We're talking one big, happy family of tribes, banded together to contract with operators. Exciting, right?

Nebraska: The Tide May Turn

In Nebraska, they've been dancing with the idea of legalizing online sports betting for a while now, with talks of a 2026 referendum. However, recent attempts have fallen flat. Lawmakers gave the proposal a thumbs up initially, but pulled the plug when it became clear they'd struggle to overcome a filibuster, requiring a supermajority of 33 votes.

But fear not, sportsbooks aren't ready to throw in the towel just yet. There's a strong possibility they'll opt for a citizen-led initiative in the future to push for online sports betting legalization in Nebraska.

Deadwood, South Dakota: Keeping It Classic

Deadwood already allows for retail sports betting, and that hasn't changed. The focus in the region is more about maintaining their current gaming operations rather than venturing into the online betting scene. For now, the 2026 ballot isn't on their radar.

So there you have it, folks. Sports betting enthusiasts in California and Nebraska are keeping their fingers crossed as we approach the 2026 ballot. Stay tuned for updates on these exciting developments!

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[1] NBC News[2] CALmatters[3] Omaha World-Herald[4] Lincoln Journal Star[5] KETV Nebraska

1. In California and Nebraska, discussions about sports betting legislation are ongoing, with proposed ballot measures for 2026.
2. The Sports Betting Alliance, including DraftKings and FanDuel, is aiming to create a unified framework for online sports betting in California.
3. Nebraska saw an initial approval of an online sports betting proposal, but it stalled due to a filibuster, leading to the possibility of a future citizen-led initiative.
4. Deadwood, South Dakota, already allows for retail sports betting, but is not currently planning to launch online sports betting.
5. For the latest updates on US online casino industry, check out Michael Savio's articles at casinos.com, your go-to source for insider info.
6. Looking ahead to 2026, sports betting enthusiasts in California and Nebraska eagerly anticipate potential changes in policy-and-legislation, keeping an eye on the developments in the sports, politics, general-news, and online casino sectors.

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