Missouri Becomes 39th State to Legalize Sports Betting

Missouri has officially legalized sports betting, becoming the 39th state to do so after a narrow vote with 50.05% support for Amendment 2. The Missouri Gaming Commission aims to open sports betting by late summer 2025, having already begun to develop rules and regulations to ensure consumer protection and proper tax routing. The campaign for legalization saw significant financial backing, with sports betting giants DraftKings and FanDuel contributing $43 million, while Caesars Entertainment opposed the amendment with $14 million against it. This move aligns Missouri with 38 other states that have embraced sports betting since the Supreme Court's 2018 ruling. The new law allows casinos and sports teams to offer both online and in-person betting, enhancing Missouri's gambling landscape.