The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance (SGLA) released a statement following the Indiana House Public Policy Committee’s vote on HB 1052, which saw the advancement of the sweepstakes-focused bill.
On January 22, HB 1052, which would see Gambling banned in Indianareceived a 10-0 vote in a House public policy committee. This follows further discussion two weeks ago, but there is still some way to go and it is unclear whether it will have to go through other committees before being returned to the House.
Today, SGLA General Manager Sean Ostrow offered further thoughts on the topic: “Social Plus games have been operating legally in Indiana since 2012 and are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers.
“Rather than a ban that would criminalize law-abiding businesses while doing nothing to stop illegal operators, we believe sensible regulation is the pragmatic way forward.” »
Indiana Sweepstakes Bill HB 1052 Continues as SGLA Issues New Statement
He went on to say the alliance had proposed a regulatory framework that would generate more than $20 million in annual revenue for the state, while enforcing strict age verification, data privacy and responsible gaming protection.
“We are disappointed in the committee’s vote, but remain committed to working collaboratively with Indiana lawmakers to protect consumers, support local businesses, and preserve access to these popular games for adults who enjoy them.”
This is not the first time that Sgla Urged Indiana LawMacers rethinking a ban on sweepstakes, as was the case two weeks ago when the CEO said: “HB 1052, as currently written, would criminalize law-abiding businesses while doing little to stop illegal operators who exploit consumers. The hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers who enjoy these games deserve a regulated environment that protects them and preserves choice.”
While the year is still in its early stages, several states across the United States have begun to make their feelings on sweepstakes known, with several bills having been introduced. In Tennessee, Representative Scott Cepicky just introduced House Bill 1885 which focuses on the subject.
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