Bill proposing prohibition of college athlete proposition wagers in New Jersey
In a significant step towards regulating college sports betting, the New Jersey Senate's Government, Wagering, Tourism, and Historic Preservation Committee has passed Senate Bill S3080. This bill, introduced by Sen. Kristen Corrado, aims to ban player-specific proposition bets on college sports.
The bill, which passed a vote of 5-0, seeks to protect student-athletes from harassment linked to volatile prop bets and preserve the integrity of college sports. If passed, it would prohibit New Jersey sports betting operators—both apps and retail locations—from accepting wagers on individual college athletes' performances in games, such as points scored or rebounds.
Sen. Corrado stated that proposition bets have led to harassment of student-athletes and threatened the integrity of college sports. The legislation intends to eliminate these wagers on college games in New Jersey's betting market.
However, the bill does not specify any exceptions or conditions for the prohibition, nor does it address potential penalties for operators who violate the prohibition, or specify a date for when the prohibition would take effect if it becomes law.
The passage of S3080 could set a precedent for other states in regulating college sports betting. It is a continuation of legislative attempts last year by the NCAA president, Charlie Baker, who urged state lawmakers and regulators to ban player prop betting on college athletes.
It is important to note that the bill's passage does not guarantee it will become law. It still needs to be passed by the full New Jersey Senate and Assembly, and signed by the Governor. As of late June 2025, the bill is moving to the Senate floor for further consideration.
If enacted, S3080 could potentially change New Jersey's approach to college sports betting, signifying a shift towards prioritizing the well-being of student-athletes and preserving the integrity of college sports.
Sports betting on individual college athletes' performances will be prohibited for sports betting operators in New Jersey, according to Senate Bill S3080, which aims to protect student-athletes from harassment and preserve the integrity of college sports. If passed, this bill would restrict wagers on points scored, rebounds, and similar statistics for college athletes in New Jersey.
