Overview
- Assembly leaders removed AB 601 from the floor calendar hours before a scheduled vote following objections from some Republicans and conservative groups.
- The bill would authorize statewide mobile wagering routed through tribal platforms so long as bettors are in Wisconsin and sportsbook servers sit on tribal land.
- Tribal-state compact amendments would be required, with subsequent approval from the governor, the Senate, and the U.S. Department of the Interior.
- National sportsbook lobbyists argued the proposal is unworkable, citing a revenue-share structure they say would force outside operators to remit at least 60% to tribes.
- Sponsors and allies, including several tribes and business groups, say action is needed to curb growth of federally regulated prediction markets, and Gov. Tony Evers has signaled openness to a tribe-centered bill.