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85% of Voters Support Regulating Sports Event Contracts as Gambling

9/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

An AGA survey reveals 85% of U.S. voters view sports event contracts as gambling rather than financial instruments.
80% advocate for regulation similar to traditional online sports betting.
70% believe prediction markets exploit loopholes as unlicensed sportsbooks.
65% prefer state and tribal regulators to oversee these contracts instead of the CFTC.
AGA President Bill Miller calls for regulation to protect consumers amid ongoing legal challenges against Kalshi for misleading advertising.

History

Historical Context

The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) of 1992 banned sports betting in most U.S. states, leading to a thriving black market. However, the Supreme Court's 2018 ruling in Murphy v. NCAA declared PASPA unconstitutional, allowing states to legalize sports betting. As of 2024, 37 states have legalized it, reflecting a significant shift in public perception and regulatory landscape.

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Story summary

An AGA survey reveals 85% of U.S. voters view sports event contracts as gambling rather than financial instruments.
80% advocate for regulation similar to traditional online sports betting.
70% believe prediction markets exploit loopholes as unlicensed sportsbooks.
65% prefer state and tribal regulators to oversee these contracts instead of the CFTC.
AGA President Bill Miller calls for regulation to protect consumers amid ongoing legal challenges against Kalshi for misleading advertising.

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