Missouri residents will have to wait until August 30 to begin placing bets on sports following a recent decision by Secretary of State Denny Hoskins. The Missouri Gaming Commission’s request for emergency rules to begin online sports wagering ahead of the 2025 football season was denied, pushing back the application start date. The application process for licenses, including background checks and extensive information requirements, is cited as the main factor contributing to the delay. In-person sportsbooks operated by professional sports teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Cardinals will also need individual retail licenses from the Gaming Commission. Despite the setback, once sports betting is allowed, residents will be able to place bets on professional and in-state college teams, with the exception of player prop bets on in-state college games. The delay aligns with other states’ bans on betting on in-state college games. Overall, the decision to postpone the start of sports betting in Missouri is due to the extensive application process necessary to ensure transparency and regulation in the industry. The timeline delay will likely prevent sportsbooks from legally accepting bets in time for the 2025 NFL season kickoff.
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