Effort to Allow Casinos Falls short in Texas House
Facing a rigid deadline, gaming supporters were unable to get the supermajority support needed to move the legislation forward.
Sports Betting Efforts Find Support in Texas House
Both proposals require amending the Texas Constitution, and gaming advocates need to find more House support before they can advance to a difficult arena in the Senate.
Texans may be Ready for Casinos
Casinos are making a serious run at Texas lawmakers, hoping to open up to five gaming destinations in a state that has resisted them for years. But gaming in Texas hasn’t been expanded in almost three decades.