New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill expressed support for Responsible Gaming Education Month in a letter dated 9 September 2026. She highlighted self-exclusion, public awareness of support resources and tools to identify signs of problem gambling, and recognised the work of state gaming authorities and specialist organisations.
The governor’s backing highlights prevention measures relevant to New Jersey operators and regulators.
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Pennsylvania joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement in April 2025, reportedly expanding the shared online poker player pool by more than 50%. The report says pooled traffic can support larger tournament guarantees and mid-to-high-stakes cash games, while players remain subject to their state regulators.
Pennsylvania reportedly joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA) in April 2025. The report says the move expands the shared US poker player pool by more than 50%.
New Jersey has become the first US state to impose mandatory data-driven responsible gaming requirements for online gambling operators, announced by Attorney General Davenport and the Division of Gaming Enforcement. Operators must appoint a responsible gaming lead, apply mandatory customer play thresholds and behavioural triggers, and use three phases of intervention for at-risk customers. The state also launched the free RecoverMe cognitive behavioural therapy app for residents.
Online gambling companies in New Jersey now face responsible gaming rules that are compulsory and based on data, making the state the first in the US to do so. Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) made the announcement this week. Each operator has to name a responsible gaming lead who oversees these efforts. According to the state government, the regulations are now final.
New Jersey has introduced mandatory behavioural monitoring for online casinos and sportsbooks, becoming the first US state to require data-driven assessments and intervention, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced. Operators licensed by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement must review accounts when customers deposit more than $10,000 in 24 hours or $100,000 over 90 days, among other triggers, and follow a three-stage intervention process. DGE Interim Director Mary Jo Flaherty said the measures would ensure early intervention and support tiered to individual need.
Online casinos and sportsbooks holding New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) licences now face compulsory behavioural monitoring. Attorney General Jennifer Davenport unveiled the rules on Wednesday. According to the announcement, no other US state had previously mandated that operators carry out data-based checks and step in when patrons display problem gambling signals. A three-stage intervention system forms part of the package, which also broadens the monitoring duties operators already had.
New Jersey’s Division of Gaming Enforcement reported September 2026 in-person casino revenue of $227.8 million, down 1.3% year on year. The state’s nine casinos generated $177.9 million from slots and $49.9 million from table games, while online casino revenue rose 13% to $274.8 million. Casino Control Commission chair James Plousis attributed the retail decline to players having better results at table games.
New Jersey’s internet gaming revenue increased 4.4% year on year to $259.3 million in August, according to figures released by the Division of Gaming Enforcement. Sports wagering revenue fell 25% to $61.4 million, which the DGE attributed mainly to the later start of some fall sports and a lower overall win percentage.