PHAI Partners with Legislators to Address Gambling Risks with SAFE Bet Act Before March Madness
PHAI Advocates for Public Health in Gambling Regulation
In a notable development for public health advocacy, the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) at Northeastern University School of Law is rallying support behind the SAFE Bet Act, recently reintroduced by Congressman Paul D. Tonko and Senator Richard Blumenthal. This legislative effort comes at a crucial time, as the NCAA's March Madness draws near and discussions surrounding sports betting intensify.
The Need for Regulation
As of 2025, 39 states and the District of Columbia have legalized sports betting. However, this rapid expansion poses significant public health risks due to a lack of adequate safeguards. The SAFE Bet Act aims to establish essential federal standards that allow participation in legal sports betting while critically addressing public health concerns.
Key Features of the SAFE Bet Act
The SAFE Bet Act, initially introduced in September 2024, focuses on several profound issues:
- - Advertising: It aims to regulate how sports betting is promoted, ensuring misleading or exploitative advertising practices are curtailed.
- - Affordability: The Act addresses the financial implications and risks associated with gambling, helping to protect vulnerable populations.
- - Artificial Intelligence: The legislation seeks to manage the use of technology in gambling, ensuring that algorithms do not exploit users involuntarily.
Dr. Harry Levant, the Director of Gambling Policy at PHAI, emphasizes the urgent need for this legislation as
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