New York A06933 imposes civil penalties and provides a private cause of action against entities knowingly encouraging gambling addictions.

New York A06933 amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering, and breeding law by adding a new section that defines knowingly encouraging a gambling addiction. An entity is guilty of this offense if it, or someone acting on its behalf, engages in human-to-human contact with a person and knowingly induces, exacerbates, or sustains compulsive gambling behavior. The bill outlines factors a court should consider in determining whether an entity knowingly encouraged a gambling addiction.

New York A06933 imposes civil penalties and provides a private cause of action against entities knowingly encouraging gambling addictions.

New York A06933 amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering, and breeding law by adding a new section that defines knowingly encouraging a gambling addiction. An entity is guilty of this offense if it, or someone acting on its behalf, engages in human-to-human contact with a person and knowingly induces, exacerbates, or sustains compulsive gambling behavior. The bill outlines factors a court should consider in determining whether an entity knowingly encouraged a gambling addiction.