“I promised Oklahomans if we pursued sports betting, we would do it right - and this plan does just that.” Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt took lawmakers and tribal officials by surprise when he unilaterally announced a proposal last week to allow tribal casinos to offer retail sports betting and for licensed commercial operators to conduct mobile sports betting throughout the state. The history of the relationship between Governor Stitt and tribal casinos.
State lawmakers and tribes express surprise and concerns about the proposal.Tax rates differ for in-person and mobile bets.The plan allows tribal casinos to offer in-person betting and licensed operators for mobile wagering.Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt proposes a surprise sports betting plan.