Vermont’s governor will sign a bill next week that could bring online sports betting sites to the Green Mountain State before the upcoming NFL season ends.

The Vermont legislature website indicates H.127, legislation that will bring legal sports betting to the state via mobile apps and sites, was delivered to the governor on Thursday. A spokesperson for Gov. Phil Scott told Covers that he is scheduled to sign the bill next week on Wednesday.

The expectation among lawmakers is that the first wagers could be accepted by January of next year, although an earlier start is possible if regulators move swiftly and receive compelling bids from operators.