Texas Governor’s Gambling Veto and What It Means for the State’s Online Casino Future
Daniel R. | U.S. Gaming policy analyst, 9 years covering state-level gambling legislation. Reviewed June 2026. For a brief window in 2025, Texas looked like it might finally crack. Casino operators spent tens of millions lobbying the legislature. Twelve professional sports franchises bankrolled the Texas Betting Alliance. House Speaker Dade Phelan signaled openness. Then April…