The American Gaming Association (AGA) says Ohio sports betting regulations will allow customers to gamble safely while protecting big-money bettors.
Ohio will become the 32nd state with legal, regulated sports betting in just under four days. Online sports betting will begin at 12:01 a.m. on January 1, while retail sportsbooks, like the one at the Cincinnati Reds stadium, will begin taking bets at 11 a.m.
Ohio regulators approved several sports betting options for Ohioans, including roughly 1,000 bars, restaurants, bowling alleys and grocery stores. Each location will host self-serving kiosks where customers 21 years and older can place a maximum bet of $700 per week.
The wagering cap is a safety precaution, according to State Senator Niraj Antani.
