New York assemblywoman proposes restricting sportsbooks’ gambling-treatment referrals
New York Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner introduced bill A9146 last month to require sportsbooks to refer people seeking gambling-problem help exclusively to the state’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). Woerner said the proposal responds to concerns about potential financial conflicts involving treatment providers promoted by betting companies. Current law requires sportsbooks to provide OASAS contact details but also permits other referrals.
If enacted, the bill would change which treatment services New York sportsbooks can refer customers to.