Maine’s Gambling Control Unit Releases New Proposed Regulations
May 19, 2023
Substantial revisions were made to the regulations governing sports betting.
Comments are due on June 16. Final regulations are expected in September.
Many of iDEA’s concerns were addressed.
Restrictions on the use of joint accounts were removed.
Restrictions on advertising were narrowly tailored to those that would appeal to persons under 21 years old.
10-day advance review of advertisements was removed.
Removal of restrictions on advertising only during live events and only on channels that televise events. The proposed rules can be accessed here.