California Bill Targets Kids' Online Gambling
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California lawmakers introduce Assembly Bill 2617 to protect minors from online gambling addiction. The bill aims to block underage betting on sports and predictive markets, ban targeted ads, and enforce age checks. The push comes as sports betting surges post-2018 Supreme Court ruling, with online platforms exploiting young users. Parents and experts report severe consequences, including financial loss, isolation, and even suicide risks. A Common Sense Media report shows boys aged 11-17 average $54 annual spending, with heavier losers spending $159. The bill seeks to close loopholes and set a model for other states to prevent underage gambling.
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