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New Jersey Considers Ban on Microbetting Amid Addiction Concerns
10/1/2025
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Story summary
- New Jersey lawmakers are considering a bill banning microbetting, with penalties for violators.
- Advocates urge expanded screening for gambling disorders by primary care doctors and school-based education.
- Dr. Harry Levant says microbetting and same-game parlays enable rapid betting and can fuel addiction, especially for young adults.
- The SAFE Bet Act would establish federal oversight of sports betting to address concerns.
