College player prop bets ban attempt in North Carolina deemed unsuccessful by Senator
In the world of sports betting, North Carolina is making strides, with legal betting available both in-person at casinos and on mobile platforms. However, one area of contention remains: college player proposition bets (player props).
Veteran reporter and editor Larry Henry, with experience in media outlets in gaming-friendly states like Nevada, Tennessee, and Louisiana, has been following the developments closely. The 2024 legislative session in North Carolina ended in June, but the General Assembly has agreed to reconvene for occasional short sessions for the rest of the year. This provides an opportunity for lawmakers to revisit the issue of college player props.
A bill to ban college player proposition bets in North Carolina has been deemed "dead" for 2024 by State Senator Julie Mayfield. Despite this, the legislative appetite to ban these bets has not been strong. State Senator Mayfield plans to try again to ban college player proposition bets in North Carolina next year.
Meanwhile, in other states, there's been significant movement. Arizona, Colorado, Massachusetts, Oregon, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Maryland, and Vermont have banned college player prop bets. Louisiana will follow suit on August 1, 2024. Iowa, Illinois, Rhode Island, and Indiana have some restrictions on these bets.
The two lawmakers introducing the bills to prohibit college player prop bets in North Carolina expressed concerns about bettors harassing athletes. NCAA President Charlie Baker has also asked states to ban college player prop bets, citing potential integrity issues and harassment of athletes.
However, not all states are jumping on the bandwagon. Arkansas has not banned college player prop bets but advocates for regulation instead of a ban. Carlton Saffa, chief market officer at Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, believes college player prop bets should be regulated instead of banned to prevent bettors from using unregulated offshore sites. Saffa used the phrase "sunlight is the best disinfectant" to emphasise the importance of regulation over a ban.
In the midst of this debate, the future of college player prop bets in North Carolina remains uncertain. As we move towards the next legislative session, it will be interesting to see if the state will join the growing list of those banning these bets or if it will opt for regulation instead. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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