Following the recent success of online sports betting in New York, Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. is set to continue his push for the regulation of online casinos in the state. Addabbo, who has been a longstanding advocate for expanding gambling options in New York, believes that legalizing online casinos could generate significant revenue for the state and create new opportunities for job growth.
In an interview with CasinoBeats, Addabbo explained his reasoning behind the push for online casino regulation, citing the success of online sports betting as a model for the potential success of online casinos. “New York is missing out on a major revenue opportunity by not legalizing online casinos,” Addabbo said. “With neighboring states like New Jersey already reaping the benefits of online casino gaming, it’s time for New York to catch up.”
Addabbo also highlighted the potential job creation opportunities that could come with the regulation of online casinos. “Legalizing online casinos would not only generate revenue for the state, but it would also create new job opportunities in the gaming industry,” Addabbo said. “We have seen firsthand the positive impact that online sports betting has had on our economy, and I believe that online casinos could have a similar effect.”
Despite facing opposition from anti-gambling groups and some lawmakers, Addabbo remains determined to push for online casino regulation in New York. He plans to introduce legislation in the upcoming session that would legalize and regulate online casinos, with the hopes of seeing it pass and become law.
“We have seen the success of online sports betting in New York, and I believe that online casinos could have a similar impact,” Addabbo said. “It’s time for New York to embrace online gaming and reap the benefits that come with it.”
With Addabbo leading the charge, the future of online casino regulation in New York looks promising. If successful, the state could soon join other states like New Jersey in reaping the financial rewards of legalized online casino gaming. As the momentum continues to build, all eyes will be on New York as it moves closer to potentially legalizing online casinos.