Contact Congress about H.R. 2087: SAFE Bet Act of 2025

If this bill passes, sports betting across the country would face strict new federal standards — including age limits, deposit caps, and bans on credit card gambling. States would need federal approval to keep their betting programs running, and new public health tracking would monitor gambling addiction nationwide.

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SAFE Bet Act of 2025 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Latest action on H.R. 2087: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Who this affects: This bill touches anyone involved in sports betting — from casual bettors to major sportsbook companies. It also affects state governments that regulate betting, tribal nations that run gaming operations, sports leagues concerned about game integrity, and public health researchers studying gambling addiction.

Why this matters: Sports betting has exploded across the U.S. since a 2018 Supreme Court ruling let states legalize it. More than 30 states now allow it, but the rules vary wildly. This bill would create a federal floor — a minimum set of protections that every state must meet — while also restricting industry practices that critics say fuel gambling addiction.

Key provisions in H.R. 2087

• Makes it illegal to accept a sports bet anywhere in the U.S. unless it's done through a federally approved state program or small-scale social betting allowed by state law
• The main federal ban on accepting sports bets doesn't kick in until 18 months after the bill passes
• States that want legal sports betting must get approval from the U.S. Attorney General and reapply every 3 years, proving they meet federal standards
• Only licensed operators regulated by a state agency can offer sports bets, whether in person or online
• Bans proposition bets on college and amateur sports and bans all bets on games that have already started

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Questions people ask about H.R. 2087

What is H.R. 2087?

If this bill passes, sports betting across the country would face strict new federal standards — including age limits, deposit caps, and bans on credit card gambling. States would need federal approval to keep their betting programs running, and new public health tracking would monitor gambling addiction nationwide.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 2087?

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Who should I contact about H.R. 2087?

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Can Modern Action explain H.R. 2087 before I act?

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