Sports betting signed into law sans wagers on NH college play
Staff reports 11:18 a.m.
CONCORD - Governor Chris Sununu signed HB 480, an act relative to sports betting, with New Hampshire lottery officials and lawmakers. Players must be 18 or older to make wagers. This new division will oversee all aspects of sports betting in a thorough and thoughtful manner. Lottery officials expect a smooth transition to their new duties. "Sports betting represents an exciting new chapter for the New Hampshire Lottery and our loyal players," said Charlie McIntyre, executive director of the New Hampshire Lottery. "The New Hampshire Lottery is well-positioned to strategically administer sports betting to maximize revenue and to protect our consumers." The sponsor of the bill is Representative Timothy Lang, who said, "This bill brings sports betting - once treated as an illicit activity - into the light, and in doing so, increases the freedoms and protections of New Hampshire citizens. It's not often you get a win like this; this is a win for the citizens of New Hampshire who will now have increased consumer protections and increased liberties."
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