Wyoming2026Did Not Pass
HB0171
Funds for Problem Gaming Treatment Amendments
Last scannedOct 25, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
The bill amends how online sports wagering revenue is distributed to fund programs that prevent and treat problem gambling.
What it does
- Changes the distribution of ten percent of monthly online sports wagering revenue from operators to a commission.
- Allocates the first $300,000 of annual revenue for county health programs focused on preventing and treating problematic gambling behavior.
- Requires the remaining funds to be deposited into the state's general fund.
Who it affects
- Online sports wagering operators
- The commission overseeing gaming regulations
- Counties receiving funding for problem gambling treatment
Limits and unknowns
- The bill did not pass and was not considered for introduction.
- Details on how the commission will manage contracts with service providers are not specified.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Problematic Gambling Behavior
- Uncontrolled or harmful gambling that causes negative consequences.
- Commission
- The regulatory body overseeing sports wagering in the state.
Official record
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Official activity
Bill history
- H Did not Consider for IntroductionHouse
- H Received for IntroductionHouse
- Bill Number AssignedLSO