Gambling Commission OKs pacts with tribes for sports betting
OLYMPIA — Opening day for sports betting in Washington tribal casinos edged closer Thursday when state regulators approved critical agreements with 15 tribes, including the Tulalip Tribes and the Stillaguamish.
Without debate, the Washington State Gambling Commission backed amendments to each of the tribes’ gambling compacts, which spell out how wagering can be conducted in casinos as well as in adjacent hotels, conference centers and entertainment venues.
Those agreements still need approval from the governor and federal authorities, but odds are you will be able to place bets on most college and professional sporting events before the Seattle Seahawks begin the NFL regular season in September.
“The Commission’s action is a big win, not just for tribal communities but for all Washington state residents,” Rebecca George, executive director of the Washington Indian Gaming Association, said in a statement.
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It's not that I think sports betting should be illegal, but OTOH it's really not something I think can reasonably be represented as a 'big win' when more of it is facilitated. Unless of course ... you are 'the house'.
And I say this as a fairly regular gambler (small stakes that I can afford, however).