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California Tribal gaming interests have cited the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s hub-and-spoke model for mobile sports wagering as they prepare a sports betting initiative for 2028, according to Holland & Knight’s Nov. 6 gaming policy analysis.
The law firm’s review of the 2026 midterm elections highlights two Florida connections: the state’s Tribal wagering framework and enforcement against sweepstakes gaming.
Florida model cited in California betting plans
California Tribal gaming interests are preparing a tribally controlled initiative covering both retail and online sports betting, according to Holland & Knight.
The analysis identifies Florida’s hub-and-spoke model as a template California Tribes have cited. The Seminole Tribe’s arrangement therefore features in discussions about how another major state could structure Tribal mobile wagering.
The California effort faces different levels of public support for its proposed products. Holland & Knight reports polling support of 50% for sports betting at Tribal casinos and 37% for online wagering.
Florida included in sweepstakes enforcement trend
Holland & Knight also identifies Florida, Oklahoma and Michigan as states where actions against sweepstakes gaming are contributing to accelerating enforcement.
The firm expects broader scrutiny of prediction markets and unlicensed gaming following the elections. It points to incoming state attorneys general skeptical of those products, alongside Democratic control of both chambers of Congress.
According to the analysis, that congressional shift should bring hearings, investigations and legislative pressure affecting prediction markets and market-structure bills.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call Florida’s problem gambling helpline at 1-833-PLAYWISE (1-833-752-9947).
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Source: As reported by hklaw.com.
