Kansas State Governor Laura Kelly has announced that retail sportsbooks at Kansas’ four state-owned casinos will begin sports betting operations on September 1st and will officially launch on September 8th, 2022, just in time for the NFL season opener.
The news comes as a surprise given a recent statement from the Kansas Racing & Gaming Commission revealing that a September launch was unrealistic.
Kansas Sports Betting Launch is Back on Track for NFL OpenerThe four casinos that are licensed to offer sports wagering are:
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Kansas Sports Betting Launch is Back on Track for NFL Opener
- Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane Kansas Sports Betting Launch is Back on Track for NFL Opener
- Kansas Crossing Casino & Hotel in Pittsburg
Tribal casinos are also working to amend their compacts so that they too can offer sports betting and will launch once terms have been agreed with the state government.
Kansas Sports Betting Launch is Back on Track for NFL OpenerKansas Sports Betting Launch is Back on Track for NFL Opener“Legalizing sports betting is a common-sense solution that keeps Kansans’ money in Kansas and drives business to sporting events, casinos, restaurants, and other entertainment venues. I want to thank all our partners for working with us to get this done in time for football season.”
Stephen Durrell, Executive Director of the Kansas Lottery, said:
“This announcement represents a lot of hard work and collaboration between the Kansas Lottery, the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission, our casino and tribal partners. The process to bring this to fruition has moved at an unbelievable pace. We are excited to be bringing sports betting to Kansas players and adding more fun and exciting play options to the Sunflower State.”
In May, Governor Kelly signed Senate Bill 84, which legalized sports wagering in Kansas on mobile apps, in casinos, and other specific venues.
The Kansas Lottery Commission has released a video to explain the launch of sports betting in the state which can be viewed here.
