Until recently, the biggest hurdle for legalization was a disagreement over tribal exclusivity. The conversation has shifted to the potential dangers of online sports betting.

The future of what would be the largest expansion of gambling in decades is uncertain, after a setback during a Senate committee on Thursday.

With all stakeholders on board, Minnesota sports betting legislation began its journey still facing an uphill battle.

In Minnesota Thursday, one legal wagering bill died in committee and another was tabled, meaning hopes for legalisation are all but dead.

Minnesota lawmakers failed to advance a mobile sports betting bill out of its initial committee Thursday, a major blow to legalization efforts.

Sen. Matt Klein (DFL-Mendota Heights), the bill’s chief sponsor, called the broad coalition of supporters a “rare phenomenon.” However, the measure stalled in committee on a tie vote, leaving its future uncertain.

ST. PAUL – Another Minnesota sports betting bill has hit a roadblock. The bill, authored by Senator Matt Klein, would allow online sports wagering. It has stalled in the Senate State and Local Government Committee, where it was voted on 6-6.

Three new proposals have been introduced regarding the legalization of sports betting in Minnesota. Sen. Jeremy Miller (R-Winona), Sen. Matt Klein (DFL-Mendota Heights) and Sen. John Marty (DFL-Roseville) have each brought their versions to the table as Minnesota remains one of 11 states without legal sports books,

One proposal would allow the Oklahoma City Thunder to facilitate mobile sports betting on nontribal land. The Thunder and Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association have a meeting scheduled next week.