This bill establishes a prohibition against sports wagering licensees and their contracted operators from offering any promotional incentives, such as credits, bonuses, or similar benefits, to individuals who are participating in responsible gaming programs. These responsible gaming programs include self-exclusion, time or wager limits, and deposit restrictions, which are designed to help individuals manage their gambling activities. The bill aims to protect those who are actively utilizing these responsible gaming mechanisms by ensuring they are not targeted with inducements to wager.
In addition to the prohibition, the bill stipulates that any sports wagering licensee or contracted operator found in violation of this rule will incur a fine of no less than $500 for each offense. The division, in collaboration with the commission, is tasked with creating the necessary rules and regulations to implement this legislation effectively. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.