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Can I offer contests that involve college sports in Pennsylvania? What are the requirements?

Offering Contests Involving College Sports in Pennsylvania

Based on the information provided in the Pennsylvania Code, sports wagering contests, tournaments, pools, or other organized events may only be comprised of sporting events and wagers contained in the sports wagering certificate holder or sports wagering operator’s approved Catalog of Events and Wagers under § 1408a.3(i) (relating to internal controls) [1.1].

Furthermore, the following sports wagering activity is prohibited: (1) Wagering on high school sporting events governed by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association or a similar governing body. (2) Wagering on amateur sporting events that have not otherwise been specifically approved by the Board [4.2].

There is no mention of college sports in the context provided. Therefore, it is unclear whether contests involving college sports are allowed in Pennsylvania.

However, according to [2.1], the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board may authorize a sports wagering certificate holder to conduct sports wagering and to operate a system of wagering associated with the conduct of sports wagering as a form of interactive gaming authorized by the Commonwealth.

Additionally, [3.1] outlines the general sports wagering gaming service provider requirements, which includes applying to the Board for certification or registration if providing goods or services related to sports wagering.

In order to commence sports wagering operations, the sports wagering certificate holder must be in compliance with the requirements of the Pennsylvania Code, including necessary internal and management controls and security arrangements and surveillance systems for the conduct of sports wagering [5.1].

Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to determine the specific requirements and regulations for offering contests involving college sports in Pennsylvania.

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