No, despite recent endeavors to introduce sports betting and other forms of gambling in Hawaii, no proposal has gained significant traction towards legalization. Here are key dates in Hawaii's efforts related to sports betting: - On January 31, 2023, Hawaii State Senator Standley Chang proposed SB 935, which sought to ban advertising by Nevada casino companies on television or online. This proposal aimed to address concerns about the economic impact of problem gambling. - On January 9, 2023, Democrat John Mizuno introduced a bill for a single, standalone sportsbook and cardroom. This establishment would receive a 10-year license on the island of Oahu. Mizuno's rationale was to explore options to retain local spending within Hawaii's economy, considering the substantial amount spent by residents in Las Vegas each year. - On January 26, 2022, HB 1962 was introduced with the aim of legalizing casino gambling. The bill identified Hawaii as a potentially lucrative market for legal gaming. However, lawmakers ultimately decided not to proceed with the proposal for Hawaii sports betting. - Also on January 26, 2022, a second House bill, HB 1973, was introduced in 2022, with a focus on legalizing sports wagering while emphasizing that sports betting should not be classified as gambling. Nevertheless, HB 1973 received limited support.