State regulators are considering whether to allow kiosks for sports betting at bars, restaurants, bowling alleys and other locations.
The state Gaming Commission said it plans to hire a private consultant to conduct a study “on the feasibility, and potential impact, of allowing retail locations in the commonwealth to operate sports wagering kiosks.”
“Sports betting kiosks can deliver expanded and more convenient access,” the five-member commission said in a letter to lawmakers outlining the plans. “Sports betting Kiosks can accept cash, winning tickets, and vouchers, and grant full access to all sports propositions and pari-mutuel horse racing.”
The kiosks allow gamblers to place sports wagers without going to a betting window at one of the casinos.
