Missouri Lawmakers See Opening for Sports Betting During Special Session

Missouri lawmakers are in a special session. They are trying to pass an income-tax cut and extend and create several agriculture-related tax credits. One lawmaker introduced a bill that would allow for both retail and online sports betting. The bill is similar to the one that passed the House earlier this year, but with a higher tax rate.

Missouri lawmakers are considering a sports betting bill during the special session. The governor wants to focus on his tax-cut plans. However, the gaming industry and professional sports franchises are pushing for the bill. The recent debut of legal sports gambling in Kansas has grated some Missourians. GeoComply, a technology company that helps online sportsbooks determine the location of bettors, has blocked thousands of attempts to access Kansas-licensed sportsbook since the launch earlier this month. If the law doesn't get passed, it's likely to resurface at the next regularly-scheduled round of sittings.