
Two years ago, Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta struck a $1.6-billion partnership with DraftKings that included further expansion options, should Texas legalize sports betting in the state.
Now, in 2023, new legislation officially filed by state legislators (SB 715, SJR 39) aims to take a large step in that direction by legalizing online sports betting in Texas through a constitutional amendment. If approved by Texas lawmakers, that amendment will be placed on the November 2023 general election ballot for approval by state voters.