The SPGA has responded to New York’s sweepstakes casino crackdown, arguing that its member platforms are legal under federal sweepstakes law and offer free-entry options.
In response to New York’s aggressive actions, the Social & Promotional Games Association (SPGA) issued a strong statement defending sweepstakes casino operators. The SPGA argues that its member platforms operate within federal sweepstakes law, require no purchase to win, and provide free methods of entry.
The association called New York’s stance an “overreach” and warned that labeling all sweepstakes casinos as illegal may stifle innovation and punish companies following compliance protocols.
“These platforms do not meet the legal definition of gambling and provide legitimate entertainment with multiple free entry options.”
SPGA spokesperson
Takeaway:
This is the clearest sign yet of a growing legal and regulatory battle between state governments and the sweepstakes gambling industry. The outcome could shape the future of how these games are offered nationwide.
