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Introduced
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
In Committee
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Georgia so as to authorize the Georgia General Assembly to provide by general law for sports betting in this state; to provide for the regulation and allocation of revenues of such activities; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize sports betting in Georgia by modifying the state constitution's existing provisions on lotteries and gambling. The amendment would allow the Georgia General Assembly to establish laws regulating sports betting and create a dedicated trust fund for the proceeds. Specifically, the resolution establishes that 15% of the first $150 million in annual sports betting proceeds would be allocated to addiction prevention and assistance programs, while 85% of that amount and all additional proceeds would be directed toward educational purposes, including pre-kindergarten programs and HOPE scholarships. The Georgia Lottery Corporation would be permitted to participate in sports betting activities, with all proceeds subject to the same educational funding requirements. The proposed amendment would be submitted to voters for ratification, with the ballot language asking voters whether the constitution should be amended to authorize sports betting to provide additional funding for pre-kindergarten and HOPE scholarships.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Matt Dubnik (R)*,
Carolyn Hugley (D)*,
Chuck Martin (R)*,
Marcus Wiedower (R)*,
Al Williams (D)*,
Noel Williams (R)*,
Last Action
House Withdrawn, Recommitted (on 04/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71020 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/234592 |
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