The Kentucky House of Representatives has passed HB 604, a groundbreaking bill that would require online sports betting operators to accept wagers of up to $1,000. The legislation, which passed 79-15, aims to prevent operators from imposing overly restrictive limits on bettors, particularly sophisticated “sharp” players. If enacted, Kentucky would become the first state to mandate a specific maximum bet size, shifting the regulatory focus from operator-imposed restrictions to consumer access. The bill now moves to the state Senate for consideration.
