Eager to reverse a string of defeats at the Texas Legislature, pro-gambling forces are bringing a new attitude — and a pared-down vision — to the goal of allowing state-sanctioned casinos and sports betting in Texas.

Texas sports betting remains an uphill battle, according to one of the state’s biggest newspapers.

Many TX sports bettors want to know, is sports betting legal in Texas? The Lone Star State has not legalized sports betting and doesn’t feature regulated sportsbooks. However, you can still find sports betting through offshore sites.

The American sports betting industry earned revenues of $13.7 billion in 2024. And that's without legalized wagering in the two most populated states in the nation — California and Texas. Texas, which has more than 30 million residents,

After passing a Texas sports betting bill in 2023, the House sees a new bill introduced while the Senate remains an uphill battle.

Sports betting bills moved forward in Texas and Oklahoma this week, but both have a long way to go before becoming law.

A Texas sports betting bill hits a wall as key GOP figures block it. For more legal analysis across the gaming industry, check out Legal Sports Report.