# tennessee

Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council

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The Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council (TSWAC) is a 12-member panel appointed by the Governor of Tennessee to advise the state legislature on sports betting regulation. Learn about their role and impact on the industry’s future. Visit tswac.tn.gov for more information.

# **Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council** ## **What is the Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council?** The Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council (TSWAC) is a 12-member panel appointed by the Governor of Tennessee to advise the state legislature on the regulation of sports wagering. The council was created in 2019 in response to the passage of a law that legalized sports betting in Tennessee. The TSWAC is charged with studying the impact of sports wagering on the state, and making recommendations to the legislature on how to regulate the industry. The council is also responsible for developing a framework for the licensing and regulation of sports betting operators. ### **Members of the Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council** The members of the TSWAC are: * David Brace, President and CEO of the Tennessee Restaurant Association * Scott Britton, President and CEO of the Tennessee Hospitality Association * John Colson, President and CEO…