As Maine’s Legislature rejected the notion of introducing regulated iGaming to the state, the chair of the Maine Gambling Control Board, voiced concerns regarding the potential negative impacts if the move had succeeded. He urged lawmakers to think carefully about whether their decisions can have unintended consequences by highlighting examples from other jurisdictions.
He pointed to a spike in calls to hotlines for problem gambling, citing concerning patterns seen in states like Connecticut where internet gaming and mobile sports betting have been legalized. He draws attention to the possibility that a gambling addiction could worsen.
He pointed to a spike in calls to hotlines for problem gambling, citing concerning patterns seen in states like Connecticut where internet gaming and mobile sports betting have been legalized. He draws attention to the possibility that a gambling addiction could worsen.
