Sports betting could be a sure thing in Oklahoma

Kelanie Robertson

Writer

Contributing

Oklahomans could legally bet on sports in the near future. State Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, proposed House Bill 1027 that would allow Native American tribal leaders to add sports betting to the gaming rights that the leaders already own in the state. If state officials and tribal leaders come to an agreement on how much money the state would receive from the measure, Oklahoma could see in-person and online sports betting at area casinos.

Surrounding states such as Arkansas and Kansas already legalized sports betting. With Oklahoma having two large Big 12 football school teams as well as the Oklahoma City Thunder, many see this as the perfect opportunity to make money for the state.