Wagering On The Way

Ohioans could began gambling on some of the state’s college and professional teams…just a little over a year from now…under legislation, legalizing sports betting…on its way to the desk of Gov. DeWine. The bipartisan bill creates three types of licenses to be overseen by the Ohio Casino Control Commission, with a start date no later than Jan. 1, 2023. The measure approved by the House and Senate would create licenses governing mobile wagering…gambling in brick-and-mortar operations, run by casinos and racinos…and by professional sport teams and events…along with bars and restaurants with gaming kiosks. The Ohio measure is the result of negotiations that began after the Supreme Court said in 2018…that states can approve sports betting.