Minnesota lawmakers from the House and Senate introduced legislation yesterday that has received support from two powerful groups in the state.
Minnesota Rep. Zack Stephenson (DFL-Coon Rapids) and Sen. Matt D. Klein (DFL-53) introduced companion bills and to introduce retail and online sports betting in the state. The legislation will give Minnesota tribes sports betting exclusivity.
In a , Stephenson said the legislation is fully supported by the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association and Minnesota professional sports teams.
This bill is supported by the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association and it s also supported by Minnesota s professional sports teams I want to thank them both and really commend the hard work they ve put in to reach an agreement. It s remarka…