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Introduced
02/08/2019
02/08/2019
In Committee
03/04/2019
03/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/27/2019
05/27/2019
Introduced Session
86th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to fantasy sports contests.
AI Summary
This bill establishes regulations for fantasy sports contests in Texas. It defines a "fantasy sports contest" as a competition where participants pay to assemble a fictional team of professional or amateur athletes and compete based on the actual statistical performance of those athletes. The bill allows individuals to participate in fantasy sports contests and permits companies to operate fantasy sports contests in Texas, as long as they follow certain consumer protection requirements, such as preventing employees from competing in their own contests and segregating participant funds. The bill also amends the Texas Penal Code to clarify that participation in fantasy sports contests is not considered illegal gambling.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. (on 04/04/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=86R&Bill=HB1544 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/86R/billtext/html/HB01544I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/86R/billtext/pdf/HB01544I.pdf |
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