Month: August 2023

Ahead of the much-anticipated debut of sports betting in Kentucky, Governor Andy Beshear (D) has taken preventative measures by enacting emergency legislation to handle possible difficulties connected to compulsive gambling. The commonwealth wants to make sure that there are enough services available to help those with gambling-related problems. On July 27, Governor Beshear released a statement emphasizing the positive effects legal sports betting may have on the state’s economy. He did, however, stress the need for responsible sports betting and pledged his support for Kentuckians who may face challenges due to compulsive gambling. The urgent regulations lay out a...