Bovada, a well-known offshore sportsbook, has withdrawn its services from Kansas, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania, adding these states to a growing list of restricted U.S. markets. This decision brings the total number of states where Bovada is no longer accessible to 13, in addition to Washington, D.C. The move follows increased pressure from state authorities determined to regulate the online gambling space and protect consumers by driving out illegal operators.
The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission (KRGC) and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) are among the state agencies that issued cease-and-desist letters to Bovada earlier this year, urging the company to stop its operations. In Kansas, the KRGC sent their notice in July, with Bovada complying in August by adding the state to its list of restricted markets. Pennsylvania took similar action at the end of August, demanding that Bovada cease operations within its jurisdiction.