Chris Christie to Turn in ‘Homework’ Assignment re Online Gambling Bill

Submitted by C Costigan on

Written by :

C Costigan

Published on :

Talk about keeping everyone on edge.

Bookmaker-2500-091412A.jpg

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has once again waited until the final minute to make a decision regarding Internet gambling.

It was almost two years ago that Christie vetoed a bill that would have allowed New Jersey residents to place bets online within the state’s borders. 

Since that time, authors of the measure have addressed the Governor’s concerns, which included worries over increased gambling addiction due to the ease of access.

Christie still has his concerns but he remained noncommittal on Wednesday.

“My due date’s tomorrow so my homework’s due tomorrow,” said Christie. “I have thoughts for and I have thoughts against and I have to reconcile those and I will when I have to turn my homework in.”

Christie can sign or veto the measure.  Should he fail to act, the bill will automatically become law.  The Governor has never allowed a bill to become law by default, however. 

- Chris Costigan, Gambling911.com Publisher

 

 

Related Content

 Vancouver Whitecaps vs Atlante FC Betting Odds - North American Leagues Cup August 4

Vancouver Whitecaps vs Atlante FC Betting Odds - North American Leagues Cup August 4

The Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Atlante FC match is a Leagues Cup Phase One game, and there is quite a bit on the line despite it being the tournament opener.
How Sports Publishers Build Revenue Around Fan Engagement

From Match Coverage to Media Revenue: The Business Behind Sports Audiences

Sports audiences no longer consume a match only during the 90 minutes on the field. They follow team news in the morning, check lineups before kickoff, discuss tactical decisions during play and return for analysis after the final whistle.
Martin Damm v Stefanos Tsitsipas Betting Markets - ATP Montreal 2026 Odds

Martin Damm v Stefanos Tsitsipas Betting Markets - ATP Montreal 2026 Odds

Damm pays out $164 for every $100 bet with a win. Tsitsipas is the -200 favorite.
Former Rugby League Player Turned TikTok Influencer Claims Gambling Companies Supplied Him With Cocaine, Booze

Former Rugby League Player Turned TikTok Influencer Claims Gambling Companies Supplied Him With Cocaine, Booze

Former rugby league player turned TikTok influencer Luke Bateman told Australia's parliamentary inquiry his spiralling addiction to gambling cost him about $1m.