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

The law declares that operating, promoting, or possessing any gambling device or online sweepstakes game is illegal and treats violations as unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act. It gives the attorney general and the sports wagering council broader authority to investigate and enforce the ban. The measure aims to protect residents from deceptive “free‑to‑play” apps that hide real‑money gambling.

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