hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Bans financial firms from offering sports or casino-style contracts.
Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV), House Agriculture Committee.
Introduced, awaiting committee review.
The bill would prevent entities like futures exchanges from listing or clearing contracts based on sporting events or casino games. Representative Titus, from Nevada, chairs the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Commodity Markets. As an introduced bill, it must pass the Agriculture Committee before a House vote.
Introduced Feb 10, 2026
This bill has been introduced in its chamber of Congress. It has been assigned a bill number and referred to a committee for review. Most bills never advance past this stage. The committee may hold hearings, gather expert testimony, and amend the bill before deciding whether to send it to the full chamber for a vote.
The bill specifically targets registered entities under the Commodity Exchange Act, such as futures exchanges and clearinghouses. If passed, individuals using these platforms for event-based wagers would no longer have that option. The ban covers any contract based on sports or casino-style games, including digital simulations.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue the ban protects sports integrity and prevents gambling harm through financial loopholes.
Critics Say
Critics contend it restricts free markets and pushes betting to unregulated offshore platforms.
Proponents emphasize that these contracts function like gambling and could undermine the integrity of amateur and professional sports. Opponents note that regulated markets offer consumer protections and that a ban may drive activity underground, increasing risks for participants.