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NJ S3062

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/8/2024

Primary Sponsor

John McKeon

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits casino licensees, their agents, employees, contracted operators, or affiliated parties from conducting non-wagering casino games that reward immediate or continued participation or solicit future gambling activity

  • Defines "non-wagering casino game" as any in-person or online game offering an experience equivalent to licensed casino games (with similar odds of winning) that does not require monetary investment to play

  • Targets the practice of casinos partnering with apps that simulate casino game experiences using fictitious points or credits instead of real money

  • Addresses concerns that these simulated games incentivize players (potentially including minors) to "practice" gambling with promises of future rewards or better terms when they eventually gamble for real money

  • Amends P.L.1977, c.110 (New Jersey Casino Control Act) and takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits casino licensees from using non-wagering casino games to solicit future gaming.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

4/8/2024

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation4/8/2024

Full Bill Text

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