New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law on Monday to allow legalized sports betting online and at the state’s casinos and racetracks—a month after the U.S. Supreme Court sided with the state in its landmark sports wagering case.
“Today, we’re finally making the dream of legalized sports betting a reality for New Jersey,” Murphy said in a statement. New Jerseyans could begin placing bets as soon as this week. The state’s Racing Commission will meet Wednesday to review regulations establishing sports betting at racetracks, according to the governor’s office.
Once the commission adopts regulations, Murphy can ratify the decision and licensed racetracks can then apply for a temporary waiver to begin accepting bets.