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The North Carolina State Lottery Commission made a big announcement today, approving the sports betting license application form and opening the door for possible operators in the state. Commission Chairman Ripley Rand downplayed expectations about the timing, stating that sports betting could not be up and running in time for the forthcoming Super Bowl, even if this is an important step in the right direction.
Chairman Ripley Rand acknowledged the anticipation surrounding the launch of sports betting but emphasized the substantial work yet to be completed. Rand stated, “We see questions about whether sports betting will be up and running in time for the Super Bowl. It’s clear, however, with all the work remaining to be done and the timetable set out in state law that unfortunately won’t be the case.”
Despite the timeline setback, Rand highlighted the significance of the approved application form in facilitating the online sports betting program. “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,” Rand noted.
The commission may now begin the application process for interactive sports wagering operators and any other suppliers and providers that are necessary to support the sports betting program because the application form was approved. Rand emphasized the commission’s dedication to a thorough and open rulemaking procedure.
“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,” Rand assured.
The clearance of the application form is a clear step toward the legalization of sports betting in North Carolina, even though the precise timetable is still unknown. Stakeholders are waiting for more details on the expected launch date in the first quarter of the next year as the commission works through the rulemaking process.