HF 778 - Authorizes Sports Betting in State - Minnesota Key Vote

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Title: Authorizes Sports Betting in State

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes sports betting in the State.

Highlights:

 

  • Authorizes any pre-game, in-game, mobile, or fantasy sports betting for any collegiate or professional athletic event or sporting event in any the State to individuals 18 and older (Article I).

  • Defines “athletic event” as a sports game, match, or activity, series of games, or tournaments involving athletic skill of one or more participants (Article I).

  • Defines “sporting event” as an athletic event, esports event, college sports event, or other event approved by the commissioner to be eligible for wagering (Article I).

  • Defines “esports event” as a competition between individuals or teams using video games in a game, match contest, series, or tournament (Article I).

  • Defines “mobils sports betting” as operating, conducting, or offering for play sports betting through the internet (Article I).

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