SF1124

SF1124 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Minnesota Sports Betting 3.0 act

AI Generated Summary

This legislative bill, titled the "Minnesota Sports Betting Act," aims to legalize and regulate sports betting and fantasy contests within the state of Minnesota. The act outlines the establishment of licenses for mobile sports betting operations, managed predominantly by Indian Tribes in the state. It sets rules for how sports betting can be conducted, including age restrictions, types of bets allowed, and the involvement of various sports events. The bill also discusses the taxation of revenue from sports betting, the allotment of penalties for violations, and provisions for grants related to amateur sports.

In addition, the bill mandates regular reports and studies to monitor gambling activity and the impact of sports betting on public well-being. It prohibits local governments from imposing their own taxes or fees on sports betting and outlines specific protections and privacy guidelines regarding betting data.

The legislation would initially allocate up to 11 licenses for both mobile sports betting operators and platform providers, with strict requirements for application, operation, and financial backing to ensure responsible gambling practices and prevent fraud.

Overall, the bill seeks to introduce a structured and regulated environment for sports betting in Minnesota, emphasizing transparency, responsibility, and community benefit while ensuring compliance with both state and federal regulations.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 05, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 05, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	State and Local Government
February 12, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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    "citation": "240.01 subdivision 8"
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      "summary": "This section relates to mental health crisis response services and is potentially referenced for context or integration purposes within the bill.",
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    "citation": "245.98 subdivision 2"
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        "Addition of subdivision for taxable activities related to sports betting."
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      "summary": "Addresses data charges by the commissioner of revenue: used for ensuring compliance with tax-related requirements in sports betting operations.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "270B.07"
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    "citation": "297E.02"
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      "summary": "Describes the exclusion of sports-themed tipboards from sports betting definitions.",
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    "citation": "349.12 subdivision 34"
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      "summary": "Addresses what constitutes gambling, including definitions relevant to sports betting context.",
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    },
    "citation": "609.75 subdivisions 3, 4, 7"
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