In all other states, it is regulated and can be played at licensed casinos, racinos, and other gaming facilities. The only state that has banned the game outright is New Jersey. Even if sports betting has been legalized, restrictions may still apply and can vary by state, such as limited authorized operators, few permissible bet types, and a minimum age requirement. states as well as the District of Columbia.Alaska, Georgia, Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri, and Oklahoma have either pre-filed or introduced bills in the state legislature to legalize single-game sports betting or have scheduled voter referendums on the matter.Florida, Nebraska, and Ohio are the three “Legal-Not Yet Operational” states, as sports betting has been legalized by these states but the market is not yet available.According to the American Gaming Association, 30 states and the District of Columbia currently have sports betting legislation that's considered “Live, Legal,” meaning single-game sports betting may be offered to consumers through legal retail and/or online and mobile sportsbooks.These can either be retail locations that offer in-person bet placement or online and mobile platforms, depending on state laws. Gambling on sporting activities typically requires working with an individual or company that accepts bets, also known as a sportsbook.
