All eyes are set to fall on the USA today, as the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) hears oral arguments from New Jersey officials regarding the constitutionality of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). With a distinct focus on New Jersey’s bid to offer licensed sports betting, the state has already faced seven losses in federal …
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Chris Christie signs New Jersey sports betting bill
New Jersey State G New Jersey State Governor Chris Christie has officially signed the bill to repeal the Professional & Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) laws within New Jersey. Chris Christie signing of the New Jersey Sports Betting Bill will allow for licensed gambling premises such as racetracks and casinos to allow sports betting wagering. Last week the State Assembly …
Read More »US Supreme Court rejects New Jersey sports betting appeal.
The US Supreme Court announced this Monday that it would not consider Governor Chris Christie bid to bring legalised sports betting to the state of New Jersey. In a written order, the Supreme Court stated that it had declined to review the appeal submitted by Christie. Christie had asked the Court to review federal policy that denies betting on sports …
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