SB 479·OH·senate
Specify that betting on elections constitutes prohibited gambling
IntroducedFiled Oct 13, 2026
Sponsor: Bill DeMora (D)
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Introduced
Oct 13, 2026
Summary
The bill would declare that any wagering on election outcomes is illegal under the state's gambling statutes. It targets individuals who place bets on political races, making such activity a prohibited form of gambling. The measure seeks to safeguard the integrity of elections by removing financial incentives to influence outcomes.
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