A new push for California sports betting could be on the way in 2026, albeit only for retail options.
According to Indian Gaming Association Conference Chair Victor Rocha, who spoke to Compliance+More, the state’s major tribes are coming together to support retail sports wagering.
Those hoping for the launch of a California online sports betting market will have to wait until at least 2028, according to Rocha’s timeline.
The major tribes in the California gaming space agreeing on a path forward may be the keys to unlocking what could be the largest sports betting market in the country. According to Rocha, that is precisely what is happening right now.
