Two lawmakers in Pennsylvania are taking note of recent legislative efforts to bolster consumer protections for gambling in Colorado by introducing similar legislation of their own. Reps. Tarik Khan and …
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Bipartisan Congressional bill would mandate federal study on gambling disorders
by SBC Americas4 minutes readTwo Congressmen have introduced new federal legislation that would mandate the U.S. government to conduct a multiyear study into the causes, long-term effects, and treatment of gambling disorders, particularly those …
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New Jersey subcommittee advances latest effort to ban micro betting
by SBC Americas4 minutes readA bill to prohibit licensed sports betting operators in New Jersey from offering micro bet markets is gaining momentum after an Assembly subcommittee advanced the measure on Monday. The state …
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Colorado becomes first state to ban push notifications for sportsbooks
by SBC Americas3 minutes readColorado Gov. Jared Polis has signed an expansive sports betting bill that implements new responsible gaming standards and procedures for operators and bettors in the state. Polis signed Senate Bill …
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New York betting statement bill reaches last stop before governor
by SBC Americas3 minutes readThe legislative effort to require sportsbooks in New York to provide players with monthly betting account statements has reached its last step before a potential governor’s signature. New York Assembly …
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Ex-Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy to speak on gambling harm at SBC Summit Americas
by SBC Americas4 minutes readPatrick J. Kennedy, the former Congressman behind one of the most significant mental health reform laws in American history, will take part in a major player protection discussion at SBC …
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New York to consider bill to ban sports betting on college campuses
by SBC Americas3 minutes readNew York lawmakers are considering legislation that would ban college students from placing online sports wagers while on school property. Senate Bill 10470 was introduced by Sen. Andrew Gounardes last …
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Senate hearing on sports betting turns contentious over prediction markets
by SBC Americas8 minutes readA U.S. Senate subcommittee held a highly anticipated hearing Wednesday to discuss the impact of legal sports betting, though much of the discussion turned to the rise of prediction markets …
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Louisiana regulator Christopher Herbert on linking legal, regulatory and treatment communities
by SBC Americas4 minutes readAs chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, Christopher Hebert deals with the constantly evolving challenges in reaching and helping problem gamblers every day. Hebert played a key role in …
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Kalshi emerges as first prediction market to secure NCPG membership
by SBC Americas4 minutes readKalshi and the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) have agreed to a landmark deal, making Kalshi the first prediction market to join the non-profit organization. On Monday, Kalshi announced …