Indiana Online Gaming

In March 2015, a bill was introduced in the Indiana state Senate that would have legalized internet betting on horse races. The bill passed through the Senate, but in May 2015, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence vetoed the bill, citing his long-term opposition to online gambling as the main reason for the decision.

In March 2016, Pence signed a bill that regulated online daily fantasy sports (DFS). The law requires operators wishing to offer contests in the state to pay a $50,000 licensing fee with a $5,000 renewal, which could be increased to as much as $75,000 annually. Oversight of the games will be handled by the state gaming commission, and fantasy sports are designated as a game of skill under the law.

In October 2018, a legislative study committee unanimously recommended that the 2019 General Assembly consider legalized and regulated sports betting in the state. The majority of the General Assembly's Interim Study Committee on Public Policy appeared to favor allowing sports bets to be placed using a secure mobile phone application.

In 2020, Sen. Jon Ford developed a bill for online casino and online poker in Indiana that would allow Indiana’s 14 casinos and racinos to offer internet casino games and online poker. The planned Rocksino in Terre Haute would also be allowed to offer online gaming, but in November 2021, Churchill Downs Inc. announced that it would alter plans for the casino after applying to rezone the property.

In the 2025 legislative session, Indiana came closer than ever to legalizing iGaming. House Bill 1432, sponsored by Rep. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and chairman of the House Public Policy Committee, passed that committee 9-2 on January 28, 2025. The bill would have authorized Indiana's 13 casinos and racinos to apply for online gaming licenses ($500,000 initial fee, $50,000 annual renewal) and offer online slots, table games, and poker under the Indiana Gaming Commission's oversight. It would also have authorized the Hoosier Lottery to offer online draw games and digital instant games (iLottery). The bill proposed an initial flat iGaming tax of 26% through July 1, 2026, followed by a graduated tiered rate of 22%–30% based on annual adjusted gross revenue.

In the 2026 legislative session, the Indiana House Public Policy Committee passed a standalone digital lottery bill (9-3 vote) on January 6, 2026, and discussed attaching iGaming language to House Bill 1052, a separate administrative bill. However, HB 1052 was ultimately advanced as a sweepstakes casino ban rather than an iGaming vehicle. After clearing both the House and Senate, HB 1052 was sent to Governor Mike Braun on or around February 27, 2026. If signed, the law would take effect July 1, 2026, prohibiting platforms that operate online casino-style games through dual-currency sweepstakes models from operating in Indiana. As of mid-2026, no iGaming bill has been enacted; Indiana remains one of the most closely watched potential iGaming markets given the size of its existing gaming industry.

Online Gaming Properties Operating in Indiana