As revenue from slot machine players continues to roll in, Nebraskans are a small step closer to placing the first legal sports wagers in the state.

Tom Sage, executive director of the state’s Racing and Gaming Commission, said the framework of rules for sports betting approved by commissioners in October has cleared review by the Attorney General’s office.

Sage said the rules will now go to the governor’s office for review beginning next week. Once Gov. Jim Pillen signs off, a process that could take several weeks, they will be submitted to the Secretary of State’s Office and become official approximately a week after that.