Whether you are an avid sports fan or just enjoy a little wagering on the games, you may be surprised to find that betting online is legal in several states. Online betting offers several advantages over physical bookmakers. Not only is it easier to shop around for the best betting sites, but you can also use it to take advantage of breaking news.

Many states offer online sports betting through a variety of sportsbook apps. These apps promise a variety of different wagering experiences and promotional offers. The best sports betting apps will provide a smooth user interface and quick response time.

The state of Oregon has limited sports betting legality. It does not allow betting on collegiate games. It also bans prop bets. Prop bets are wagers on specific outcomes within a game. Examples include over/under on rushing yards or passing yards.

Pennsylvania has been the first state to legalize sports betting. Pennsylvania’s sports betting law became effective on December 30, 2018. Since then, hundreds of sportsbooks have opened, including several mobile sports betting apps. In the first month of online sports betting, more than $2 billion in wagers were placed.

Ohio is currently awaiting legalization of sports betting. Online betting will become legal in Ohio when it is approved. It is expected to be approved by the state legislature in the fall of 2021.

In the meantime, online sportsbooks are legal in many other states, including Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia, and Massachusetts. The state of Iowa also became the latest to legalize sports betting.