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Dan Patrick eyes closing 'gambling loophole' for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way
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· May 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Dan Patrick is looking to close a loophole related to gambling in Texas. This loophole involves prediction markets. Further information on this development is available from Houston Public Media. The federal government is currently an obstacle for Texas in this matter, but details are limited. For more information, readers can refer to the source.
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Category: business Published: May 1, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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