Is sports betting legal in California in 2026?

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No. As of November 2026, sports betting is still not legal in California, online or at retail sportsbooks. Multiple bills and ballot measures have failed, and the next realistic chance is 2028.

What Californians can do:
  • Bet in person if you're in a legal neighboring state like Nevada or Arizona (21+)
  • Play daily fantasy sports where offered
Also note that California banned sweepstakes casinos from January 1, 2026 (AB 831), so those are off the table too.

Californians: do you think a 2028 measure has a better chance than the 2022 ones did? What would you want it to include?
 
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