New Georgia Sports Betting Bill Introduced, Requires Constitutional Amendment

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As has been the case for the last several years, a Georgia Senator has introduced a bill to legalize retail and online sports betting in the Peach State. This piece of legislation, sponsored by Sen. Bill Cowsert (R-46), calls for a constitutional amendment to legalize sports betting in the state.

Cowsert introduced a similar piece of legislation last year. It was voted down by the Senate.

Sports Betting Bill Details

calls for the creation of the Georgia Sports Betting Commission to regulate and enforce sports betting in the state. The commission will issue sports betting licenses to qualified applicants that are able to meet the duties of a license holder under this chapter and that the commission determines will be best able to maximize…