Historical Overview of North Carolina Online Casino

Pre-2020: The Foundations of Gaming in North Carolina

• Establishment of Tribal Gaming 🎰

  Year	Event
  1994	The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians opened the first casino in North Carolina, Harrah’s Cherokee.

• Lottery Introduction 🎟️

  Year	Event
  2005	The state launched a lottery, which generated funds for education and set the stage for future gaming developments.

2020: The Push for Online Gaming

• COVID-19 Pandemic Impact 🌐

  Month	Event
  March 2020	The pandemic led to shutdowns of traditional casinos, prompting discussions on the need for online gambling options.

2021: Regulatory Changes and Proposals

• Proposed Online Poker and Sports Betting Bill 🥅

  Month	Event
  February 2021	Legislators introduced a bill to allow online poker and sports betting in North Carolina, sparking public interest.

• House Bill Approval ✔️

  Month	Event
  July 2021	The North Carolina House approved the online gaming bill, moving it closer to reality.

2022: Launching Online Sports Betting 🏀

• Online Sports Betting Becomes Law 📃

  Month	Event
  January 2022	The governor signed the bill into law, allowing online sports betting operations to commence.

Future Prospects: Expanding Online Casino Operations 💻

• Anticipated Online Casino Legislation 🎲

  Year	Event
  2024	Lawmakers are expected to propose legislation for full-fledged online casino games, potentially including slots and live dealer options.

For more information on online gaming regulations, visit the North Carolina Lottery’s official website.