As legal gambling expands, it is our duty to advocate for responsible gambling and ample support services for those impacted by gambling. PGNO achieves this by working with state agencies, behavioral health professionals, regulators, and operators to continually ensure a cohesive gambling service system.
PGNO is an affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and does not take a position for or against legalized gambling. As we’ve learned from our state gambling surveys, increased access to gambling results in increased rates of problem gambling. While we maintain a neutral stance regarding gambling, it is our responsibility to advocate for those who are negatively impacted by gambling and ensure any gambling or gambling expansion includes consumer protections to mitigate harm.
