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How Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Failed In 2020 Despite Having The Votes

Republican leadership refused to call Kentucky sports betting bill for a vote this year even though it easily would have passed according to bill sponsor. Read More

Posted on: March 26, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Hold Your Horses: Kentucky Derby Postponed Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

The latest victim of the coronavirus' global sports shutdown is the 146th running of the Kentucky Derby, which is postponed until Sept. 5. Read More

Posted on: March 17, 2020 | | Matthew Waters

Surprise Amendments Throw Kentucky Sports Betting Prospects Into Question

A flurry of 11 mostly detrimental amendments to Kentucky's sports betting bill were proposed on the House floor Tuesday, surprising even the legislation's author. Read More

Posted on: February 12, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Who’s Got Next? Five States That Could Legalize Sports Betting In 2020

At least half of US states should have legal sports betting by the end of 2020. Here's the five candidates most likely to choose sports betting this year. Read More

Posted on: January 31, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

2020 Vision: Governor Beshear Calls For Legal Kentucky Sports Betting

A new governor who sees the value of revenue from gambling expansions in a budget year could push sports betting across the finish line in Kentucky in 2020. Read More

Posted on: January 14, 2020 | | Matthew Kredell

Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Could See Action Fast, But It’s Not Perfect

Kentucky sports betting will get another chance next year after Rep. Adam Koenig prefiled a bill similar to this year's attempt. Read More

Posted on: December 19, 2019 | | Matthew Waters

Kentucky Sports Betting Will Get Another Shot In 2020 Legislature

Rep. Adam Koenig expects to introduce another Kentucky sports betting bill in the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 7. Read More

Posted on: November 22, 2019 | | Matthew Waters

Searching For Clues About Which States Will Pass New Sports Betting Bills In 2019

Congress will go back into session this week and state legislatures throughout the country will follow shortly thereafter. When they do, legal sports betting will slot into the the legislative agenda for many. Which states look ready to give sports betting a try? Which ones might surprise? Read More

Posted on: December 31, 2018 | | Eric Ramsey

Attorney General Wants To Fund Pensions With Kentucky Sports Betting Revenue

Kentucky sports betting has gained a powerful ally. In a recent letter to state legislators, Attorney General Andy Beshear called for lawmakers to pass an expanded gambling bill that includes legal sports betting. Read More

Posted on: November 28, 2018 | | Nicholaus Garcia

Kentucky Sports Betting Hearing Highlights Need For Mobile Wagering, Competitive Tax Rate

The discussion on Kentucky sports betting took a leap forward on Friday, as lawmakers heard testimony from several gaming stakeholders on how to successfully introduce it into the Bluegrass State. Read More

Posted on: October 15, 2018 | | Nicholaus Garcia