California lawmakers consider restrictions on online sweepstakes casinos
California lawmakers were reported to be considering legislation targeting online sweepstakes casinos, with the bill’s text not yet public. Reports said provisions may be added to AB831, a bill proposing changes to tribal gaming compacts; the proposed measure would make facilitating or promoting illegal sweepstakes casinos unlawful.
Operators and suppliers could face new liability if California adopts restrictions covering online sweepstakes casinos.