It would mean only thoroughbred horse races would continue at Florida tracks.

But even the proposal’s proponents, as well as a legal expert hired by House Speaker Chris Sprowls, acknowledged that the sports-betting provision is not a sure bet legally.

The new Florida law exempts 40 types of health care facilities, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, physician offices and ambulance providers.

Senators approved the compact on Tuesday and the House is expected to sign off on the proposal Wednesday.

It would have allowed pari-mutuel facilities to offer bingo games.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and the tribe agreed to remove the provision requiring the state to negotiate with the tribe about online gambling in order to ensure ensure swift passage of the new compact.

The online betting provision has drawn scrutiny from gambling opponents and conservative lawmakers, prompting the tribe to issue a letter assuring that the language in the compact is benign.

Among other things, they would establish a Florida Gaming Control Commission to police the industry, and allowing pari-mutuels to stop offering jai alai performances along with quarter-horse and harness races.

As House Bills 421 and 1101 await Gov. Ron DeSantis' signature, some in the environmental community are expressing concerns about their effect on the environment.

Restaurants were allowed to sell alcohol to go to help boost sales hurt by the coronavirus pandemic.

Lawmakers directed $91.1 million to hometown health and human services projects, including clinics, meal-delivery programs and a hurricane center. Not all will make it past the finish line.

Among other things, it strips away current restrictions, such as a requirement of previous enrollment in public schools before students can receive vouchers.