H8186

Redefines sports wagering sections specifically change the percent the host facilities receive on sports wagering.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8186 redefines sports wagering sections and changes the revenue allocation percentages for the state, sports-wagering vendors, and host.

Rhode Island H8186 amends the state's sports wagering regulations, specifically changing the revenue allocation percentages for the state, sports-wagering vendors, and host facilities. The bill mandates that the state receives 51% of sports-wagering revenue, the vendors receive 32%, and the host facilities receive 17%. The bill also allows sports-wagering vendors to make operational decisions regarding marketing, advertising, and promotions.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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6
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 29

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 29

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/29/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance