Gambling in Oklahoma is set to remain in a gray area for the foreseeable future, as Governor Kevin Stitt vetoed a ban on sweepstakes casinos.
The move follows lawmakers’ rejection of legislation to legalize sports betting in the state. Both the House and Senate passed the bill explicitly banning sweepstakes casinos. The Senate approved SB1589.
Despite the veto and rejection, the debate on the future of gambling in Oklahoma continues, leaving the industry in uncertainty.