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Assembly committee releases A4756 after stakeholders warn language could sweep in ordinary amusement promotions
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The Assembly Tourism, Gaming and Arts Committee released Assembly Bill A4756, which would prohibit amusement-game licensees from offering or advertising gambling activities; stakeholders warned the bill as written is overly broad and could unintentionally cover routine promotions and new technologies.
The Assembly Tourism, Gaming and Arts Committee on an undisclosed date released Assembly Bill A4756, which would prohibit amusement-game licensees from offering or advertising gambling activities, after members heard testimony that the bill’s language may be overly broad and could capture permitted promotions and emerging technologies.
Sponsor Assemblywoman Donlon said the bill responds to instances the committee identified where wagering-like activity is taking place in amusement venues and noted nearby states are considering similar measures. “That’s really where the aim is here,” Donlon said, describing reported situations in which underage patrons…
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