Sen. Addabbo To Host Zoom for Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Summary:

• The event will take place on March 12 via Zoom.
• March 12 is Gambling Disorder Screening Day in the US.
• The online discussion will educate the public on problem gambling.

As March is quickly approaching, members of the gambling industry are preparing for Problem Gambling Awareness Month. March is a time when US gambling operators, lawmakers, and others try to educate the public on problem gambling, including how to seek assistance.

New York Senator Joseph Addabbo is a strong supporter of the gambling industry, and he will host a special Zoom on March 12 to discuss the issues and responsible gambling.

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This is not the first time Addabbo has hosted a seminar on problem gambling, and it won’t be the last. The senator is a strong advocate for iGaming and the land-based industry. He has been involved in legislative efforts and will now speak again to provide information on problem gambling and responsible measures players can take to stay safe.

The event will take place from 6-7 pm, focusing on available support services and creating connections that can help. Most players have no clue where to find help if a problem with gambling occurs or how to help loved ones battling an addiction.

Addabbo is a strong supporter of responsible gambling and wants players to know how to set up gaming sessions for success. And by success, we mean spending habits, time limits, and other responsible decision-making processes. Players must know how to be responsible when playing slots and table games.

Helping Players Enjoy Gambling

The goal of gambling is to look at the activity as entertainment. For Addabbo, he wants players to enjoy legalized services in a safe manner. Gambling in New York sees revenues go to education needs, and Addabbo wants to ensure that residents in NY and across the US understand the ramifications that come with gambling.

The Senator feels that the state does not contribute enough to problem gambling awareness or treatment. Right now, NY gaming provides $6 million each year. Addabbo has already introduced a measure in 2024 to increase the amount to 1% of tax revenues, with a minimum of $6 million provided.

Participants of the Zoom meeting can stay anonymous and learn more about gambling addiction in a safe space. As the NYS Senate Committee on Racing, Gaming, and Wagering Chairman, Addabbo feels he must bring the event to the community for the good of residents in his home state. The issue of problem gambling should be a high priority as it expands in New York State, and Addabbo plans to push the subject to the forefront of the industry.