Current Status
Sweepstakes casinos are available in Texas. The no-purchase-necessary model is exempt from Texas Penal Code Chapter 47. SB 517, which could have impacted operations, passed the Senate in 2025 but died in the House. Most platforms operate in the state.
Key Legislation
Texas Penal Code Chapter 47 prohibits certain activities but sweepstakes are exempt via the no-purchase-necessary model. SB 517 (2025) passed the Senate but died in the House. It aimed to tighten definitions but did not affect sweepstakes operations.
Platform Availability
Recent Changes (2025-2026)
SB 517 (2025) passed the Texas Senate but died in the House without affecting sweepstakes operations. The legal status of sweepstakes casinos has been upheld as of March 2026, though ongoing scrutiny continues.
What This Means for Players
Texas players can access most major sweepstakes casino platforms. The legal framework relies on the no-purchase-necessary exemption. While SB 517 did not pass, future legislative efforts are possible. Players should verify platform availability as some platforms exclude Texas.