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NCLGS lawmakers urge US Supreme Court to review sports event contracts

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The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States has filed an amicus brief urging the US Supreme Court to consider the dispute over sports event contracts, reportedly backing New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport’s petition. The lawmakers argue that states should retain authority over gaming-related products and warn that a ruling for Kalshi could prompt casinos and pari-mutuel businesses to restructure.

The court’s decision could affect state oversight of sports event contracts and the legal treatment of gambling businesses.

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NFL urges US Supreme Court to review sports prediction-market dispute

The NFL asked the US Supreme Court to review conflicting federal appeals court decisions on state authority over sports prediction markets. In an amicus brief supporting New Jersey authorities’ petition in their dispute with Kalshi, the league argued that sports contracts should remain subject to state gambling laws. Kalshi said the CFTC actively oversees sports markets and that its ongoing regulatory process addresses the league’s concerns.

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