House Bill No. 5272 seeks to regulate advertising and promotional activities of gaming entities to safeguard underage individuals from gambling-related content. The bill introduces new provisions that prohibit gaming licensees from disseminating advertisements that offer bonuses, credits, or other inducements for gaming participation. It establishes strict advertising guidelines, including a ban on targeting individuals under twenty-one, misleading claims about winning chances, and requires clear statements of the minimum age for participation in gaming activities. The bill also repeals and replaces subsection (e) of section 12-863 of the general statutes, removing previous allowances for misleading claims while adding the new requirement against offering bonuses or inducements.

Furthermore, the bill prohibits gaming entities from advertising on public higher education campuses and their associated digital platforms, aiming to create a safer environment for students and reduce their exposure to gambling promotions. These changes are expected to impact the General Fund by potentially decreasing legal gaming activity due to the new advertising restrictions. Overall, HB5272 is designed to protect consumers, particularly young individuals, from aggressive marketing tactics that could lead to gambling-related issues.