May Event Wagering Sees a Record Level of Privilege Fees to State

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Arizona event wagering figures continued to look strong during the month of May. According to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming, the state saw a record $4.1 million in privilege fees during the month.

“The newly emerging event wagering industry in Arizona continues to impress, with over $460 million wagered and over $4 million in privilege fees in the month of May,” said Ted Vogt, Director, ADG. “Since the start of legal event wagering, we have seen approximately $30 million in privilege and licensing fees contributed to the state.”

You can view the full May event wagering report on the ADG website.

Established by the Arizona State Legislature in 1995, ADG is the state regulatory agency for tribal gaming, racing and pari-mutuel/simulcast wagering, event wagering/fantasy sports and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports education, prevention and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling and 24-hour confidential helpline, 1-800-NEXT-STEP.

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