Is sports betting legal in Texas?
Sports betting is not legal in Texas. Legalization requires a constitutional amendment that has repeatedly failed to advance.
Mobile
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Retail
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Min age
21+
Status
Not legal
Texas does not permit legal sports betting. Despite being the second-largest US state by population and home to multiple major pro franchises, every legalization effort has failed.
Texas requires a constitutional amendment for any gambling expansion, which means a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers plus voter approval. The 2023 session saw the closest vote yet but the bill ultimately died in the Senate.
Texas's biennial legislative calendar means the next realistic opportunity is the 2025 session.
Daily fantasy sports (DraftKings, FanDuel) operate in Texas in a legal gray area. Offshore books are unregulated and not recommended.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Texas?
No — sports betting is not currently legal in Texas. Sports betting is not legal in Texas. Legalization requires a constitutional amendment that has repeatedly failed to advance.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Texas?
The minimum betting age in Texas is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in Texas?
No legal sportsbooks operate in Texas today.
When did sports betting launch in Texas?
Sports betting has not launched in Texas.