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- Judge Douglas Hurd ruled that the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) will take over the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline after September 29, 2025.
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) says the ruling may hinder access to support and plans to appeal.
- The helpline serves 121 million Americans; NCPG's three-year contract expired in May 2025 amid conflicts with local organizations.
