New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed bill A5447 into law, prohibiting the sweepstakes model of wagering and establishing penalties for offering the games. The measure gives enforcement authority to the state’s Division of Consumer Affairs and Division of Gaming Enforcement; it passed the legislature on 30 June.
Operators offering sweepstakes casino games in New Jersey face a statutory prohibition and enforcement by two state divisions.
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Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed SB 26-131 into law on 1 June, introducing restrictions on sports betting in the state. The law bans credit card gambling, limits operators to six player deposits per day and prohibits push notifications and gambling advertising targeted at minors; the measures take effect on 12 August. The Colorado Gaming Control Commission may impose fines of up to $25,000 or suspend or revoke licences for violations.
Maine Governor Janet Mills signed a law on 6 April classifying online sweepstakes games as unlawful gambling. The legislation provides for fines of $10,000 to $100,000 per offence and allows possible revocation of a state gambling licence held by an operator found in violation.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed Senate Bill 5935-A, banning online sweepstakes casinos in the state, the report said. The law takes effect immediately and allows fines of $10,000 to $100,000 per offence; the New York State Gaming Commission, Attorney General’s Office and State Police may enforce it.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed Assembly Bill A5447 on 15 August 2025, banning the sweepstakes model of wagering in the state, according to reports. The law defines and prohibits the model, which links casino-style games to promotional entries or virtual currency purchases. The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance criticised the measure, arguing it restricts consumer choice and could harm jobs and investment.
Reportedly, New Jersey's Senate passed Assembly Bill A5447 by 34 votes to 5, sending it to Governor Phil Murphy. The bill would ban sweepstakes casinos that use dual-currency systems, with penalties of $100,000 for a first offence and up to $250,000 for repeat violations. The Social and Promotional Games Association has urged the governor to reject the measure.