California Newspaper Slams Both Sports Betting Proposals
The Mercury News urges voters to reject two competing proposals on the November ballot. Proposition 26 would allow in-person sports betting inside the state's tribal casinos and four thoroughbred tracks, but not on mobile apps. Prop. 27 would let online bookmakers partner with tribes to make mobile app available statewide.
California newspaper criticizes both sports betting proposals. American Gaming Association defends legal wagering. It says most Americans gamble responsibly. The association also claims legal betting provides protections not found on illegal websites and unregulated machines.
In the list of 2022 “Industry Talking Points” the American Gaming Association states that most customers enjoy gambling as a form of entertainment. 90% of casual bettors set a budget and stick to it.
California Newspaper Slams Both Sports Betting Proposals. Three-quarters of past-year gamblers in the U.S. know at least one industry-provided responsible gambling resource. 90% of casual bettors set a budget and stick to it.
Massachusetts governor has said he supports sports betting. Massachusetts will become the 36th state with legal sports gambling. New York is the most populous state, with 19.3 million residents. Since January, New Yorkers have collected $329 million in tax revenue from mobile sports bets. Sports betting is legal in 30 states and not yet operational in 5 states.
