No, Texas, previously viewed as an improbable state to pass sports betting laws, has seen a resurgence in efforts to legalize sports betting due to shifting demographics and investments from external entities. However, the path to legalization remains challenging. In May 2023, Governor Dan Patrick dismissed the possibility of a Senate vote on sports betting after the Texas House approved HJR 102, a constitutional amendment aimed at legalizing sports betting in Texas. Should the Senate fail to act in 2023, the issue will be deferred to the next legislative session in 2025.