Governor Newsom Signs AB 831, Ending Sweepstakes Gambling in California
California has officially outlawed online social games and sweepstakes-style gambling following Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature of Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831). The measure, which faced strong opposition from industry stakeholders, passed both chambers of the Legislature without a single vote against it and takes effect January 1, 2026. Unanimous Legislative Support for Ban The legislation—crafted through […]
California has officially outlawed online social games and sweepstakes-style gambling following Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature of Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831). The measure, which faced strong opposition from industry stakeholders, passed both chambers of the Legislature without a single vote against it and takes effect January 1, 2026. Unanimous Legislative Support for Ban The legislation—crafted through […]
