CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Representatives of West Virginia’s casinos and professional sports leagues – along with officials from West Virginia and Marshall universities – gathered at state Lottery headquarters to talk about sports gaming.
The state Legislature passed a sports gaming bill this past regular session, looking toward the possibility of broader legality nationwide.
Gov. Jim Justice has talked about tinkering with the law during a special session, possibly later this month. He let the bill pass into law without his signature because of his family’s connection to the casino at The Greenbrier.
The professional sports leagues have been pushing for an integrity fee, which would be their cut of the handle if sports gaming goes into effect.