It would allow big out-of-state gaming companies - like FanDuel and DraftKings, which are funding the proposition - to partner with Native American tribes to offer online, even mobile, sports gambling. Prop 27 would legalize sports betting online, meaning you could literally place wages on your phone from your couch. They cite issues around compulsive gambling and the financial impact on families.
Many opponents really just oppose sports betting. Prop 26 is largely backed by Native American tribes, including the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. The measure is projected to bring in tens of thousands of dollars in tax revenue for the state, which would go towards the state's general fund. You'd have to be at least 21 years or older to place a bet, and there would be no betting on high school or college games. It would also allow casinos to offer roulette, craps and other dice games, which are also currently illegal. Prop 26 would allow sports betting to happen just in-person at tribal casinos and at four horse racing tracks in the state. Newsom, Graton Casino, Bay Area groups weigh-in What is Prop 26? RELATED: Should sports betting be legalized in CA? Gov.
