The bill establishes a hotline for reporting behaviors that undermine the integrity of sporting events and prohibits individuals involved in such behaviors from participating in future sports wagering activities. It enhances the regulatory framework for sports wagering by amending existing laws related to the issuance and renewal of sports wagering licenses for casinos and racetracks, as well as the establishment of sports wagering lounges. Key provisions include the requirement for the Division of Gaming Enforcement and the racing commission to prepare an annual report on the impact of sports wagering on problem gambling and integrity issues, conducted by a private organization with expertise in gambling addiction. Additionally, operators must implement procedures to prevent prohibited individuals from placing wagers and report any abnormal betting activities that may indicate integrity concerns.

The bill also introduces regulations for sports pool advertising to ensure it is not misleading and does not target underage individuals, requiring advertisements to include warnings about prohibited actions related to sports wagering. It mandates that licensed operators report any conduct that could corrupt the outcome of a sports event for financial gain and establishes the division's authority to investigate credible reports of harassment or coercion. If such evidence is found, the division can exclude individuals from sports wagering activities and refer cases to relevant sports governing bodies or law enforcement. Overall, the bill aims to protect the integrity of competitions and participants while addressing issues related to gambling addiction and problem gambling in New Jersey.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 5:12A-11, 5:12A-13