Pennsylvania lawmakers formed the first legislative caucus focused specifically on addressing problem gambling concerns.
Members will advocate for “common-sense safeguards” in the state’s gambling market, particularly citing risks posed by “frictionless online gambling.”
Some members filed bills this year to implement a range of new player protection measures, including a microbet ban and push notification restrictions.
Pennsylvania lawmakers this week formed the state’s first legislative group focused specifically on addressing problem gambling.
State legislators announced on Wednesday the formation of a new bipartisan Problem Gambling Caucus to promote research and education around the potential risks and harms associated with gambling.
Members said at an unveiling that they formed the Problem Gambling Caucus in an attempt to identify and implement “common-sense safeguards” around sports betting and casino gambling. The group will gather formally for the first tim..