Bill > A5347

This bill modifies existing sports wagering regulations by expanding the required warning language in advertisements and digital platforms to more explicitly highlight the risks of gambling. Currently, sports wagering advertisements must include a simple helpline number, but the new bill mandates a more comprehensive warning that reads: "Gambling is risky and can become addictive, resulting in catastrophic life consequences. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800 GAMBLER." Moreover, the bill requires this warning to be displayed not only in traditional advertisements like print, billboard, and broadcast media, but also every time a user opens an Internet site or mobile application that provides access to online sports pools. The expanded warning aims to more prominently communicate the potential negative consequences of gambling and provide immediate access to help for those struggling with gambling addiction. The bill allows the state's division regulating sports wagering to approve comparable language, ensuring flexibility while maintaining the core message about gambling's risks and the availability of support services.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5347