Kentucky bill for online betting, poker and fantasy introduced

House Bill 106 was introduced on 5 January 2023 and sponsored by representatives Derrick Graham, Cherlynn Stevenson and Rachel Roberts. It would add twenty-six amendments to the current law and enact 13 new sections related to online sports, poker and fantasy gambling. The bill would enable sports betting to be provided by online operators and allow racing tracks to partner with online brands.

Kentucky bill for online betting, poker and fantasy introduced. Online poker, fantasy sports and gambling are legalised. Applicants must prove they can verify ages and use geotracking software to ensure online poker is confined to the state of Kentucky. A licence fee of $250,000 and an annual renewal fee $10,00 are required. There is no restrictions on the digital platforms used by operators to host fantasy competitions.

There have been previous attempts to pass a law for sports gambling in Kentucky. House Bill 606 was passed in the house but didn't get beyond a Senate Committee.