Proposing a constitutional amendment, to be submitted to the voters of Texas for approval, authorizing the legislature to strictly regulate and authorize casino gaming and sports wagering by general law and establishing certain requirements for such law, including imposition of a tax on casino gaming and sports wagering revenue, requiring licensing of casino gaming and sports wagering operators, and requiring license application fees.

HJR 137 proposes a constitutional amendment to be submitted to Texas voters, which would authorize the legislature to regulate casino gaming and sports wagering through regular state laws. Key provisions require the legislature to impose taxes on gaming revenue, mandate licensing for operators, and set application fees for licenses. If approved by voters, this amendment would directly affect casino and sports wagering businesses by subjecting them to state licensing, tax, and fee requirements. The amendment itself does not create specific regulations but sets the framework for future legislation to establish detailed rules.