Wyoming Legal Framework
Wyoming legalized online sports betting in April 2021, becoming one of the first states to authorize online-only sports wagering without requiring brick-and-mortar casinos. Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 133 (House Enrolled Act 50) on April 5, 2021, and the Wyoming Gaming Commission launched regulated online sports betting on September 1, 2021.
⚖️ Wyoming Gambling Laws
- HB 133 (2021): Legalized online sports betting statewide, signed by Governor Mark Gordon on April 5, 2021.
- Launch Date: September 1, 2021 - Wyoming became one of the first states with online-only sports betting.
- Regulated Operators: DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, and others licensed by the Wyoming Gaming Commission.
- Age Requirement: Must be 18+ to wager (one of the few states with 18+ sports betting).
- No College Restrictions: Unlike many states, Wyoming allows betting on in-state college teams, including the Wyoming Cowboys.
- Tax Rate: Sportsbooks pay 10% tax on net gaming revenue.
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Wyoming was a pioneer in online-only sports betting, recognizing that the state's sparse population (fewer than 600,000 residents) makes retail sportsbooks economically unviable. While regulated options exist, BetUS provides advantages including larger bonuses, cryptocurrency options, and fewer restrictions.
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Wyoming Sports Teams
While Wyoming has no major professional sports franchises, residents follow local college teams and regional professional clubs:
University of Wyoming Athletics
The Wyoming Cowboys and Cowgirls represent the University of Wyoming in NCAA Division I as members of the Mountain West Conference. The football team plays at War Memorial Stadium in Laramie, the highest Division I FBS football stadium in America at 7,220 feet elevation. The basketball teams compete in the Arena-Auditorium, known as the "Dome of Doom" for its intimidating atmosphere. Unlike most states, Wyoming allows betting on all UW athletics through both regulated and offshore sportsbooks.
Horse Racing in Wyoming
Wyoming has a rich cowboy heritage and horse racing tradition. While the state has no active thoroughbred racing tracks, residents can legally wager on horse racing through BetUS Racebook, which offers betting on 150+ tracks worldwide including the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes.
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- Wager on Wyoming Cowboys football and basketball
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- No state tax reporting requirements
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- Higher betting limits than regulated books
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BetUS promotes responsible gambling for all Wyoming players. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available through the Wyoming Department of Health's Problem Gambling Services. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit wyominggamblinghelp.org for 24/7 confidential support.
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