Lawmakers Urged to Create National Registry for Abusive Sports Bettors
Illegal sports betting is fueling online harassment of college athletes, prompting calls for federal action. Advocates want Congress to establish a national banned bettors registry and give athletes the right to sue their harassers. The proposal aims to curb abuse tied to unregulated wagering.
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The push for a federal registry stems from the link between unregulated wagering and targeted abuse directed at collegiate athletes. Proponents argue that existing measures are insufficient to address the scale of harassment tied to illegal betting markets.
The proposed legislation would create a national list of banned bettors, while also granting athletes legal standing to pursue civil action against individuals who harass them.
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