The North Carolina State Lottery Commission has announced that is has approved the application form for sports betting licensing applications, a significant step towards the approval of licensed sports betting operators in the state.
However, despite the positive development, Commission Chairperson Ripley Rand poured cold water on hopes for a pre-super bowl launch in January.
Rand said during Wednesday’s Commission meeting:
North Carolina Sports Betting Won't Launch Ahead of Super Bowl North Carolina Sports Betting Won't Launch Ahead of Super Bowl:“Approving applications is a major step forward. With all the progress we’ve made, we expect to be in a position early in the New Year to announce when sports betting can begin in North Carolina.
We know North Carolinians are wondering when the first bets can be made. Lots of work still needs to be completed. The commission is going to be thoughtful and thorough in its rulemaking. We are committed to being open and transparent in what we do. And we are committed to ensuring fairness for everyone involved.”
Sports Betting Approved
On June 7th, 2023, the North Carolina House of Representatives gave its second approval to amendments made by the Senate to HB 347. The bill allows betting from mobile devices on horse racing, professional, college, and Olympic sports as well as esports.
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- Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
- Spectrum Center, Charlotte
- Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord North Carolina Sports Betting Won't Launch Ahead of Super Bowl
- Sedgefield Country Club, Greensboro
- Quail Hollow Country Club, Charlotte
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