Pennsylvania provides problem gambling fund $8.3M in 2023

Thursday, January 18, 2024 3:02 PM
  • Corey Sharp, PlayPennsylvania

Pennsylvania has one of the most robust gambling markets in the country, especially for online casinos. In a report released by PA’s Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), the Keystone State contributed $8.3 million to the Compulsive and Problem Gambling Treatment Fund (CPGT) in FY 2022/2023.

Because of the expanded gambling landscape in Pennsylvania, the contribution made to the CPGT has increased from FY 2021/2022. PA online casinos are a big reason why.

The DDAP Compulsive and Problem Gambling Annual Report disclosed the state supplied $8.3 million to the CPGT. The report provides a breakdown of how the money is distributed…

It is believed to be the largest contribution the Keystone State has ever made to the CPGT fund for responsible gambling in Pennsylvania.