Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt said he is open to legalizing sports betting in 2023, especially now that sports betting is legal in Kansas.

In an exclusive interview with FOX23 News Wednesday, Stitt said his administration has already started looking for ways Oklahoma can not only legalize but implement sports betting in Oklahoma in the near future.

“We’ve seen it in New Jersey and in many other states, and now it’s right on our doorstep with Kansas doing it,” Stitt said.

Stitt said he is open to signing legislation legalizing sports betting in Oklahoma if proper auditing of accounting practices and other safeguards can be done to make sure the legalization benefits Oklahomans.