The Act is designed to promote tribal economic development, tribal self-sufficiency, and strong tribal governments. The Act amends a section of the California Constitution, adds sections to the Business and Professions Code and Government Code, and provides for a Model Form Sports Wagering Compact Amendment that tribes may elect to adopt consistent with terms of this measure. The Act is also known as Initiative 23-0030 Amdt. The Sports Wagering Regulation and Tribal Gaming Protection Act, a ballot initiative filed with the state’s attorney-general, is making waves as it seeks to redefine the landscape of sports betting in the state. In the last few weeks, there have been significant developments regarding possible regulation of sportsbooks in the state of California. If approved, the Act would grant tribes exclusive rights to offer retail and online betting in what would likely become the largest sports betting market in the US. The Sports Wagering Regulation and Tribal Gaming Protection Act, a ballot initiative, underwent a few important amendments and needs to gather 875,000 signatures in 180 days to appear on the November 2024 ballot.
