Vermont was presented with two sports betting bills in 2020. One advocated for sports betting to be mobile-only in Vermont and didn’t make it past the Senate committee. The other was brought back after failing in 2019, and although it wouldn’t directly legalize sports betting, it would create a clear path. That measure made it to the House and is awaiting further action.
Is sports betting legal in Vermont?
No, Vermont has not yet legalized sports betting within its borders despite discussing the possibility since 2020. Multiple bills have been presented, and they may soon undergo a study on what sports betting’s implementation would realistically look like in Vermont. However, you can play daily fantasy sports through apps like FanDuel and bet on horse racing through an app like TwinSpires. But, no legal American sportsbooks are operating in Vermont at this time.
Is DraftKings sports betting legal in Vermont?
No, DraftKings is currently illegal for sports betting although you can use DraftKings for daily fantasy sports. If you’re looking to use DraftKings sportsbook legally, traveling to neighboring New York or New Hampshire is your best option right now. It would be shocking for Vermont to legalize online sports betting and not have DraftKings available, but until sports betting is legal that isn’t a possibility anyway.
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Why is Sports Betting Illegal in Vermont?
Vermont sports betting hasn’t gotten off the ground yet because they are still trying to determine the best way to implement it. They know that the tax revenue they are missing out on is significant, but have not reached a consensus on the particulars and how it’ll impact the state once it’s live. There’s a possibility that online betting isn’t legalized, and the Vermont Lottery controls everything through retail locations. There is also a possibility of the state going mobile only for betting. They’re trying to study the best path forward.
When Will Vermont Sports Betting Start?
Nobody, even those discussing sports betting’s future in Vermont, could give an exact date for sports betting to launch in Vermont. They’re exercising due diligence on every potential avenue, which slows down the process but will give the state confidence for when they reach a decision. It may take years, but expect Vermont to launch sports betting at some point. Until then, horse races or another state are the best options available.
Latest Vermont sports betting news
September 11, 2022: The New England Patriots opened their season with a loss in Miami, falling 20-7 in the contest.
