This bill amends New Jersey's laws on self-exclusion from gambling by introducing new requirements for individuals seeking removal from self-exclusion lists. It mandates that these individuals must first watch educational and counseling videos that address the risks of gambling and available support resources. Additionally, the bill allows third parties to petition for an individual's exclusion from gambling activities under specific circumstances, such as financial responsibility or legal dependency. The New Jersey Racing Commission and the Division of Gaming Enforcement are tasked with establishing regulations for these processes, including the management of identifying information and ensuring that excluded individuals are removed from promotional materials.

Moreover, the bill emphasizes the confidentiality of self-exclusion and exclusion lists, ensuring they remain inaccessible to the public. It outlines liability protections for the commission and related entities concerning the enforcement of these exclusions. The proposed changes aim to promote responsible gambling practices and provide additional support for individuals struggling with gambling addiction, while also allowing concerned third parties to intervene when they believe someone should be excluded from gambling activities. The bill also establishes a notification process for individuals subject to exclusion and provides them with an opportunity to contest their exclusion at a hearing.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5:5-65.1, 5:12-71.2