Since the repeal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) in 2018, a gambling craze has swept across much of the United States, with 40 jurisdictions now opting to offer legal gambling.
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) launched PGAM in 2003, aimed at raising awareness about this issue. Since its inception, especially after PASPA, this event has become an important month in the Responsible Gambling (RG) effort.
Chrissy Thurmond, the RG Relations Director at DraftKings, praised the impact of PGAM in helping the gambling industry combat irresponsible behavior.
Thurmond explained, "One of the truly beneficial things for the entire industry is the comprehensive impact generated by PGAM, not only for operators but also for academics, clinicians, and particularly those involved in the online space."
"I believe that knowledge and information about PGAM have been widely accepted across the United States, and people are looking forward to truly participating in it nationwide."
Thurmond's DraftKings, along with seven leading North American operators, has established the Responsible Online Gambling Association (ROGA).
DraftKings, along with giants like FanDuel and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, will invest over $20 million (15.8 million GBP/18.5 million EUR) in the first year to support ROGA's goals of promoting best RG practices and educating on the topic. Jennifer Shatley, a pioneer in RG, who was involved in Caesar's first responsible gambling program in the late 80s, now serves as the executive director.
