Gambling - As enacted, clarifies that gambling, the operation or possession of gambling devices, and the operation, conducting, or commercial promoting of online sweepstakes games and other forms of online or app-based gambling are unlawful and a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act; expands the authority of the sports wagering council to investigate illegal gambling and gaming activity; expands the investigative authority of the attorney general to investigate unlawful activit...

Summary

HB 1885 declares that operating, promoting or possessing gambling devices, as well as running online sweepstakes or app‑based gambling, is unlawful and a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act. It expands the powers of the attorney general and the sports wagering council to investigate, subpoena information and enforce penalties. The measure aims to curb illegal online casinos that disguise real‑money gambling as free‑to‑play games.

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