- Federally legal — the CFTC regulates prediction markets nationwide, but state lawsuits and injunctions mean access keeps shifting.
- Several big states are in active disputes: Nevada currently blocks major platforms; Massachusetts, Michigan and Washington limit sports contracts; California, Texas, New York and others are contested.
- Kalshi and Polymarket are the main platforms and set their own footprints — availability (especially for sports bets) varies by state, so check the app before you fund an account.
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