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Senate approves sports-wagering bill after heated debate over safeguards and enforcement
Summary
After extended floor debate expressing concerns about public health protections and regulatory readiness, the Senate passed HB 13‑08 (sports wagering) on third reading by a recorded vote of 15–10.
The Senate passed House Bill 13‑08, a measure to legalize and regulate sports wagering, after extended floor debate in which several senators raised concerns about consumer protections, regulatory capacity and potential social harms.
Senator Inouye spoke at length in opposition, saying the bill lacks the enforcement infrastructure and public-health safeguards needed to protect vulnerable populations. "If this body passes this bill and the house agrees, sports wagering would become legal on 07/01/2025. But neither the organization nor the staff to ensure the public health and…
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