After House Bill 189 passed its preliminary review with the House Industries and Professional Activities Subcommittee, Florida’s efforts to modernise its gambling laws have gained fresh impetus.
HB 189, which is almost 100 pages long, is the most comprehensive attempt in years to modernise, unify, and clarify the state’s complicated gaming laws.
When the 2026 session of the legislature starts in January, the bill will be brought back for additional consideration.
Recent developments, including the high-profile arrest of NBA player Terry Rozier in a sports betting probe, have highlighted lawmakers’ concerns over match-fixing and betting integrity.