Golfers will make their way down Magnolia Lane this week and compete in one of the world's most prestigious tournaments. However, as fans flock to Augusta National to watch the Masters, Georgians won't be able to legally bet on the major championship.
Lawmakers failed to legalize sports betting in Georgia yet again in 2024, as another year passes without mobile betting apps coming to the Peach State.
The sports betting debate will surely come up in future legislative sessions, and lawmakers will need to come to terms on a few key discussion points. For several years, including 2024, the same topics have stalled the sports betting legalization progress.
Constitutional amendment
Among the hot debate topics in the Georgia General Assembly is the need for a constitutional amendment to legalize sports betting. Sen. Bill Cowsert, who holds significant sway when it comes to sports wagering legislation, is among the lawmakers who feel a constitutional amendment is needed to expand gambling in Georgia.