To counteract this, Arkansas lawmakers allowed these establishments to begin offering instant-betting devices in 1999 and slot-like 'electronic games of skill in 2005.' From 2013, Arkansas racinos were also permitted to offer limited internet betting on local races.
In the 90s, new casinos were founded in neighboring states, Louisiana and Mississippi, and the Arkansas-based gambling facilities started losing popularity among local gamblers. Historically speaking, gambling in Arkansas has revolved around two racetracks since the early 20th century. Sports betting, daily fantasy sports, and horse race betting onlyġ8 for bingo, lotteries, and pari-mutuel 21 for casinos Three casinos with full Las Vegas-style gaming options The minimum gambling age is 18 for lottery and horse race betting, and 21 for casino games and sports betting.
Gambling in Arkansas is regulated by Arkansas Code sections 5-66-101 et seq.
