H481
An Act to encourage capital investment in retail sports wagering facilities
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Bill overview
This bill aims to encourage investment in retail sports wagering facilities in Massachusetts. It seeks to further regulate Category 2 sports wagering licenses, potentially offering incentives for capital investment in these facilities. The bill was referred to the Economic Development and Emerging Technologies committee and is currently undergoing a hearing process. The goal is to expand and regulate the sports wagering industry within the state.
Key provisions
- Further regulates Category 2 sports wagering licenses.
- Encourages capital investment in retail sports wagering facilities.
- Scheduled for a hearing on November 13, 2025.
- Accompanied by a study order (H.5269).
Who is affected
- Sports wagering operators
- Investors in sports wagering facilities
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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Primary sponsor
Daniel Cahill
Cosponsor
Daniel Cahill
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Bill H.481 194th (Current)
An Act to encourage capital investment in retail sports wagering facilities
By Representative Cahill of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 481) of Daniel Cahill for legislation to further regulate category 2 sports wagering licenses. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
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Presenter: Daniel Cahill
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.481
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/31/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/13/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/13/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/13/2025 from 11:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, March 16, 2026 |
| 3/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5269 |
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