Prohibits sports wagering advertisements on television broadcasts in this State.
This bill (A5249) prohibits sports betting companies licensed in New Jersey from airing or funding advertisements for sports wagering on television broadcasts within the state. It specifically bans such ads on cable TV systems based in New Jersey, affecting sports wagering licensees, their employees, and contracted operators. The bill requires the Division of Gaming Enforcement to create rules and take legal action to enforce this advertising ban. The policy change takes effect immediately upon passage.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 30, 2025
Last action Jan 30, 2025
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Jan 30, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee
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Brian Bergen
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