What are the key restrictions in Ohio's proposed Save Ohio Sports Act?
The Save Ohio Sports Act proposes several significant restrictions aimed at curbing gambling addiction in Ohio. Key provisions include banning in-game or live betting, which would prevent wagers during sporting events. The bill also seeks to eliminate prop bets on individual player performances, a popular betting format that lawmakers argue increases addiction risks. Additionally, it would impose stricter limits on promotional offers and bonuses from sportsbooks, reducing incentives that encourage excessive betting. For land-based operations, the legislation may introduce tighter location restrictions and reduced betting windows. These changes represent a major shift from Ohio's current relatively open sports betting market, which launched in 2023, and could significantly impact both operators and bettors by making betting less accessible and less engaging.
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