Pennsylvania lawmakers and regulators push for more gambling rules
By Dan Whitaker, Casino News Editor
Pennsylvania legislators and regulators say it’s time for more gambling rules, with a push on multiple fronts happening in the state right now. The move is aimed at updating how online gambling is governed as officials consider new steps to strengthen oversight.
The bipartisan Joint State Government Commission released a report on Monday that proposes a number of measures aimed at protecting online gamblers. The commission’s involvement signals cross-party attention to player protections in Pennsylvania’s evolving online market.
This activity comes as more states reassess the state of play of their gambling industries, and Pennsylvania’s current debate highlights regulators and lawmakers taking a more active role in considering what protections should apply to online players.
Player angle: Because the bipartisan commission has proposed measures aimed at protecting online gamblers in Pennsylvania, players should watch for potential rule changes that affect protections in the state. For the current rankings, see our fast payout casinos guide.
Reported by SBC Americas.