This decision effectively allows for states to determine whether or not to legalize sports betting. Several states already have laws on the book to allow for sports betting (pending the SCOTUS decision) and many more are currently considering legislation.
“This is a great decision for consumers who for years have had no alternative to wager on sports other than the black market. It presents states with the perfect opportunity to establish sensible policies not only to regulate sports wagering, but also other forms of gaming, including internet poker. Whether you are betting on sports or playing poker, lawmakers must make it a priority protect consumers,” said Rich Muny, president of the Poker Players Alliance.
“The states that have already regulated internet poker have proven that it can be done in a way the benefits consumers and governments. It makes sense for states that are eyeing sports betting to also realize the benefit of regulated iPoker and igaming,” Muny added.
“Today marks an important date for the future of gaming in the United States. The future of sports betting will continue to rely on internet and mobile technologies, and this is also true for all gaming. Now more than ever, states should take control of unregulated internet poker and sports betting and create systems that protect adult consumers and provide governments with new streams of revenue,” concluded Muny.
Source: GMB
