🕰️ History of Ohio Online Casinos
📅 Early Developments (Before 2010)
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Legalization of Gambling in Ohio (2009)
Event Date Ohio voters approve a ballot measure to allow casino gambling. November 2009
📅 Establishing the Framework (2010-2015)
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First Casinos Opened (2012)
Event Date The first four casinos in Ohio begin operations. May 2012 -
Introduction of Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) (2013)
Event Date Video lottery terminals are introduced at racetracks across the state. January 2013
📅 Expansion and Regulation (2016-2020)
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Online Sports Betting Legalization (2020)
Event Date Ohio legalizes sports betting, opening the door for online platforms. December 2020
📅 Launch of Online Casinos (2021-Current)
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Launch of Legal Online Sportsbooks (2021)
Event Date First online sportsbooks go live in Ohio. January 2021 -
Introduction of Online Casinos (2022)
Event Date Ohio launches legal online casinos, expanding gambling options. January 2022
🔮 Future of Online Gambling in Ohio
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Anticipated Regulation Changes
Event Date Potential updates to gambling regulations could further expand options. 2023 and beyond