$22M in the Bag: Nebraska, Ready for November Sports Betting Vote

Nebraska’s attempt to legalize online sports betting has attracted almost $21.7 million in the form of campaign contributions, as major sportsbook operators continued to pour millions of dollars into the effort ahead of a statewide vote on November 3, 2026 . Head-Spinning Numbers The freshest campaign finance disclosures come to show that supporters have received more than $7 million in additional funding since September 29, as the industry is getting ready to make its final appeal to voters. FanDuel and DraftKings are leading the financial effort, contributing nearly $10.3 million each during the election year.