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This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a comprehensive study on sports betting and interactive gambling in Pennsylvania, examining the rapid growth of the industry since the 2018 Supreme Court decision that legalized commercial sports betting. The study will investigate marketing strategies, promotional techniques, and potential risks associated with sports betting, particularly focusing on problem gambling behaviors, gambling debt, and the exposure of children to sports betting advertisements. Specifically, the resolution requires the commission to analyze marketing approaches, including in-game advertising, celebrity endorsements, and promotional programs, as well as explore potential regulatory methods to mitigate gambling addiction risks. The study will also examine the impact on college student athletes, collect information about loan and incentive programs, and develop recommendations for industry regulation while ensuring compliance with constitutional free speech protections. The Joint State Government Commission is mandated to consult with legal experts and submit a comprehensive report to the General Assembly within 12 months of the resolution's adoption, with the ultimate goal of understanding and addressing the potential public health implications of the rapidly expanding sports betting landscape.

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