Following the passage of House Bill 551, the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation approved administrative regulations that set the timeline for the implementation of sports wagering in Kentucky.
Retail locations opened on September 7, 2023, and mobile applications opened on September 28, 2023.
REGULATIONS
The Emergency Regulations were signed by Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday, July 10, 2023. The Ordinary Regulations were subsequently filed with the Legislative Research Commission (LRC) on December 11, 2023, and took effect on April 2, 2024.
View Sports Wagering Regulations
Sports Wagering FAQ
Sports Wagering Excise Tax FAQ
Sports Wagering Catalog
LICENSING
Applying for a License
Links are provided below for businesses and individuals required to obtain a license to operate in Kentucky. Once an application has been submitted, licensees can access their account through the eServices portal.
Licensing FAQ
Questions about the licensing process or about the application can be emailed to: KHRC.SportsWagering@ky.gov
File a Sports Wagering Related Complaint
Reports:
September 2023 - March 2025 Sports Wagering Market Report
PROBLEM GAMBLING
Resources are available for problem gambling by calling or texting 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537), visiting KYCPG.org, or emailing Online Self-Exclusion Information
