Sports betting could be delayed further – Nashville Post

Though the Tennessee General Assembly voted earlier this year to legalize sports betting in the state, gamblers still might not be able to place wagers come football season.

Senate Speaker Randy McNally told reporters this week that he would prefer that the full gambling regulatory body be seated before the group begins setting up rules for sports betting in the state.

The Associated Press reports that McNally and former House Speaker Glen Casada have each appointed two of their three picks for the regulatory body, but Gov. Bill Lee has not yet named any members to the body. Lee opposed the sports betting proposal and allowed it to become law without his signature.

Legislative staff estimated that the bipartisan measure would generate $50 million annually, most of which would be funneled to education scholarships overseen by the state lottery.

 
House to consider Byrd expulsion

When the state House returns to Nashville for a special session later this month, they’ll have more to consider than just picking a new speaker.

Knoxville Democratic Rep. Gloria Johnson has filed a resolution seeking the expulsion of Republican Rep. David Byrd, who has been accused by multiple former students of sexual assault.

Crossville Republican Rep. Cameron Sexton, whom Republicans tapped as their nominee for speaker, said he does not support expulsion.