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A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt sports betting from the tax on authorized wagers.

8/1/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4872

Bill 118 s 4872, also known as the Sports Betting Tax Exemption Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The main purpose of this bill is to exempt sports betting from the tax on authorized wagers.

Currently, sports betting is subject to a tax on authorized wagers, which can impact the profitability of the industry. This bill seeks to remove this tax burden in order to promote growth and innovation within the sports betting market.

If passed, the Sports Betting Tax Exemption Act would provide relief to sports betting operators and potentially attract more investment in the industry. This could lead to increased competition, better odds for bettors, and a boost in overall economic activity related to sports betting. It is important to note that this bill does not legalize sports betting or change any existing regulations related to the industry. Instead, it focuses solely on the tax implications for sports betting operators. Overall, the Sports Betting Tax Exemption Act is a targeted piece of legislation that aims to support the sports betting industry by removing a specific tax burden. Its impact on the industry and economy will depend on how it is implemented and enforced if it becomes law.

Current Status of Bill S 4872

Bill S 4872 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill S 4872 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024.  Bill S 4872's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 31, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4872

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4872

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4872

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt sports betting from the tax on authorized wagers.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt sports betting from the tax on authorized wagers.

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