Timeline released for Kentucky sports betting launch

Gov. Andy Beshear has released a timeline of key dates for the launch of sports betting in the state of Kentucky.

The timeline runs as follows:

Tuesday, August 22, at 1:30 pm EDT: KHRC will meet to vote on license applications. This vote will determine which retail facilities and mobile applications will be approved for use in Kentucky.

Monday, August 28, at 6 am EDT: Kentuckians can pre-register an account with approved mobile applications. Allowing pre-registration eases strains on electronic systems that can sometimes happen when many people try to register at once.

Thursday, September 7, at 10 am EDT: Wagerers can place an in-person bet at licensed retail facilities.

Thursday, September. 7, at 6 am EDT: Wagerers can only deposit money into their pre-registered account with approved mobile applications.

Thursday, September. 28, at 6 am EDT: Approved mobile applications can start taking wagers.

“The countdown is on,” said Gov. Beshear. “We are just three weeks away from sports wagering in Kentucky. We are ready to deliver the quality entertainment experience Kentuckians asked for, while bringing money to the state to support pensions and free up funds that can be used to build a better Kentucky.”

Kentucky Horse Racing Commission Chairman Jonathan Rabinowitz added: “The KHRC is excited to open sports wagering and is working efficiently to meet the necessary deadlines. This is a careful process dedicated to wagering integrity and protecting bettors in the state of Kentucky.”