A 4279 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits mobile sports wagering operators and platforms from sending push notifications or text message notifications

This bill (A-4279, "Regulating Addictive Notifications Act") prohibits mobile sports betting operators and platforms in New York from sending push notifications or text messages that solicit wagers or deposits. It specifically bans automatic alerts that appear on users' devices even when the betting app is closed, which the bill states can exploit vulnerable users and increase gambling risks. The law amends the racing law to require operators to stop these unsolicited notifications, aiming to reduce addictive behaviors linked to mobile betting accessibility. It directly affects all mobile sports wagering platforms operating in New York.

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2025

Committee Review

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Governor

Introduced Feb 3, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026

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A4279 → A4279A · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill was amended to add a 'Legislative Intent' section explaining that the law aims to prevent gambling addiction by stopping push notifications. The effective date was changed from 'immediately' to a new Section 4, and the bill status was updated to reflect committee discharge and recommitment.

REQUIREMENT

Added a new Section 3 stating the legislative intent to address public health concerns and prevent gambling addiction by blocking unsolicited push notifications.

TIMELINE

Changed the effective date provision from an immediate effect (Section 3) to a new Section 4, though the text still states the act takes effect immediately.

TECHNICAL

Updated the bill header and status to indicate it was discharged from committee, amended, and recommitted.

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Committee

Amendments

Feb 11, 2025

Committee

REPORTED REFERRED TO CODES

lower

Feb 7, 2025

Lower · Passed

PRINT NUMBER 4279A

lower

Feb 7, 2025

Lower · Passed

AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO RACING AND WAGERING

lower

Feb 3, 2025

Committee

REFERRED TO RACING AND WAGERING

lower

1 primary · 26 co-sponsors