Hawaii legislators are introducing bills to legalize online gaming and sports betting, amid the state's absence of regulated gambling. Key proposals, including HB1308 and SB1569, aim to tax online sports wagering and fantasy sports at 10%, while SB1572 seeks to create a commission for broader sports betting oversight at a 15% tax rate. Additional proposals, like SB1507, would introduce a state lottery and online gaming options. Past attempts to legalize gambling have faltered, but proponents aim to capitalize on potential state revenue and collaboration with other states for gaming agreements.
Senators in Hawaii are pushing for new legislation to legalize online gaming and sports betting, breaking the state's long-standing ban on gambling.
Current bills propose taxing online sports betting at 10% and forming a new commission to oversee gambling activities in the state.
Efforts to legalize gambling in Hawaii have failed in the past, but lawmakers are once again advocating for changes to the existing laws.
The proposed legislation could help Hawaii join multi-state gaming entities, essential for maintaining a viable online poker market due to its small population.
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