Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution

HJR 137: Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees.

In committee Last action March 19, 2025: Referred to State Affairs

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HJR 137 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas House on February 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees. Primary sponsor: Charlie Geren (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.

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