Director and outside experts described expanded responsible-gaming tools, a live peer-staffed helpline and tighter online account limits; Dr. Carolyn Hawley told the board that treatment referrals have surged but about $11 million in the Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Fund remains unspent, prompting board requests for immediate follow-up.

Staff reviewed tax treatment for sports betting (AGR taxed at 15% with 97.5% to the general fund and 2.5% to the problem-gambling fund), the casino tiered tax structure, and early collections for fantasy contests (about $6.1M taxable revenue and roughly $600,000 in taxes so far); staff said regulatory drafting and permitting would begin in November.