Are prediction markets legal in Vermont?
2026-10-18
Vermont has legal mobile sports betting run by its Department of Liquor and Lottery, and as of October 2026 we found no state action against any prediction market. A 2026 bill to ban certain prediction markets (H.913) was introduced but didn't advance.
| Platform | Status in Vermont (October 17, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Kalshi | Available |
| Polymarket US | Available |
| Novig | Available |
| PredictIt | Available |
| Robinhood | Available |
| DraftKings Predictions | Unclear — check the app |
| FanDuel Predicts | No sports contracts |
Yes, prediction markets are available in Vermont. As of October 18, 2026, we found no Department of Liquor and Lottery, Attorney General or court action against Kalshi, Polymarket US, Novig or PredictIt.
Vermont’s position
Vermont’s Department of Liquor and Lottery launched mobile sports betting on January 11, 2024, with DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics, and bettors must be 21. In February 2026 a group of lawmakers introduced H.913, “An act relating to prohibiting certain prediction markets securities.” It got a committee walk-through in April but no further action, and WCAX reported that the Department of Liquor and Lottery opposed it.
Per WCAX, Vermont hasn’t joined the state lawsuits, but Attorney General Charity Clark has voiced support for states’ rights, and she signed the October 2026 states’ brief at the US Supreme Court. See is Kalshi legal?
What’s available
Kalshi, Polymarket US, Novig, PredictIt and Robinhood are available in Vermont. FanDuel’s Predicts offer terms don’t list Vermont, where it runs a sportsbook. Compare every state in our legality tracker.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kalshi legal in Vermont?
Kalshi is available in Vermont. We found no Department of Liquor and Lottery or Attorney General action against Kalshi, Polymarket US, Novig or PredictIt as of October 18, 2026.
Is sports betting legal in Vermont?
Yes, mobile only. The Department of Liquor and Lottery launched online sports wagering on January 11, 2024 with DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics. Bettors must be 21.
Did Vermont try to ban prediction markets?
A 2026 bill, H.913, 'An act relating to prohibiting certain prediction markets securities,' was referred to committee in February 2026 and got a walk-through in April, with no further action.
Sources
- Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery — mobile sports wagering launch (December 12, 2023)
- Vermont Statutes, 31 V.S.A. § 1302 (age verification, under 21)
- Vermont Legislature — H.913 (2026), bill status
- WCAX — Vermont lawmakers debate regulating prediction markets (April 24, 2026, secondary)
- US Supreme Court — States' amicus brief in Flaherty v. KalshiEX, No. 26-299 (Vermont signatory, October 2026)
- FanDuel — Predicts new customer offer terms (eligible sports-contract states)
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Not legal or betting advice. 18+ (21+ where required). Prediction markets involve risk of loss — only trade what you can afford to lose. Gambling problem? Call or text 1-800-MY-RESET (National Problem Gambling Helpline, 24/7).