The new rule, the first of its kind in the United States, aims to ensure that individuals under the age of 21 are not exposed to betting marketing efforts.
In a groundbreaking move aimed at protecting minors from the influence of sports betting, Massachusetts regulators voted on June 29 to require sportsbooks operating within the state to incorporate age warnings on their logos displayed inside sports venues.
New Regulation in Massachusetts Requires 21+ Warning on Sportsbook Logos in Arenas
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) approved the policy change in a close vote of 3-2, after several months of extensive deliberations and public feedback. Under the new regulation, sportsbook operators will be given a 90-day grace period to comply with the requirement once it is officially published.
In a groundbreaking move aimed at protecting minors from the influence of sports betting, Massachusetts regulators voted on June 29 to require sportsbooks operating within the state to incorporate age warnings on their logos displayed inside sports venues.
New Regulation in Massachusetts Requires 21+ Warning on Sportsbook Logos in Arenas
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) approved the policy change in a close vote of 3-2, after several months of extensive deliberations and public feedback. Under the new regulation, sportsbook operators will be given a 90-day grace period to comply with the requirement once it is officially published.