Direct Answer
Hawaii is one of only two US states (with Utah) that prohibits virtually all forms of gambling. There is no state lottery, no casinos, and no regulated sports betting.
Status by category
| Sports Betting | Prohibited |
| Online Casino | Prohibited |
| Lottery | Prohibited |
| Horse Racing | Prohibited |
| Tribal Gaming | Not Legal |
Detailed overview
Social and family-based gambling is narrowly tolerated under limited statutory exceptions. Legalization bills surface annually but have not passed.
Recent updates
- Sports betting proposals continue to be introduced and rejected.