5407-S AMH BUSH FORR 31

SSB 5407 - H AMD

By Representative Bush

     On page 5, after line 13, insert the following:

     "(9) A licensee shall include the following statement in any advertising or promotion of a simulcast race conducted by the licensee:

"CAUTION:  Participation in gambling activity may result in pathological gambling behavior causing emotional and financial harm.  For help, call 1-800-547-6133."

For purposes of this subsection, advertising includes print media, point-of-sale advertising, electronic media, billboards, and radio advertising."

EFFECT: A warning against the dangers of pathological gambling behavior is required in advertisements or promotions of simulcast races.