Nebraska state law states that participating in sports betting through a bookmaker or sportsbook within the confines of Nebraska borders is illegal. PASPA dictates that 46 states—including Nebraska—are restricted from having legalized sports betting. Nebraska residents may be denied casino gambling and sports betting within their home state, but that is not stopping them from enjoying this form of entertainment elsewhere. Every state around Nebraska allows casino gambling, and players are crossing state lines to travel to Iowa, Colorado, Kansas, South Dakota, Wyoming, Missouri and Minnesota.

Is Sports Betting Legal In Nebraska Cornhusker

No. Sports betting is not legal in Nebraska and while there are bills in the works to change that, it is a long way from happening in 2020.

Is Online Sports Betting Legal In Nebraska

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The most recent bill introduced early 2020 would legalize sports betting, fantasy sports and poker, classifying them as skill-based games. It was already a long shot to pass and the Coronavirus pandemic won't help the process move along.

A main issue is that Nebraska doesn't even allow full-fledged casinos with table games and more than a few slots. Given that law, it'd be surprising if sports betting was legalized before 2021. While efforts have been made, new legislation has been difficult to pass, which means Nebraska residents will continue to flock outside the state to legally bet on sports.

Is Sports Betting Legal In Nebraska Lottery

For now, Nebraskans are limited to Daily Fantasy Sports and 'games of skill.' The state has yet to pass a law to confirm the legality of fantasy sports and set up regulations, but unlike sports betting, they aren't considered illegal which is why sites like DraftKings and FanDuel continue to operate.