Maryland State Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary is the 2024 American Gambling Awards Policymaker of the Year

Rhea-AI Summary

The American Gambling Awards, produced by Gambling.com Group (Nasdaq: GAMB), has named Maryland State Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary as the 2024 Policymaker of the Year. This recognition highlights Del. Atterbeary's significant contributions to advancing iGaming legislation in Maryland.

Del. Atterbeary's bill is the only iGaming legislation in 2024 to pass one chamber of a state legislature. Her efforts focused on creating a regulatory environment that encourages innovation, ensures community involvement, and balances state revenue generation with local stakeholder and minority participation.

Charles Gillespie, CEO of Gambling.com Group, praised Del. Atterbeary's leadership, vision, and perseverance in advancing Maryland's iGaming legislation despite divided stakeholder groups. Her work is seen as setting Maryland on a path for future success in the iGaming space, supporting job growth, local business participation, and a competitive marketplace.

Positive

• Maryland's iGaming bill passed one chamber of the state legislature, showing progress in legislation
• The bill aims to maximize job growth and local business participation
• Legislation balances state revenue generation, local stakeholder involvement, and market access for operators

Negative

• None.

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The American Gambling Awards today announced Maryland State Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary has been named Policymaker of the Year for the 2024 American Gambling Awards.

The American Gambling Awards, produced by Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) ("Gambling.com Group" or the "Group"), honor the top companies and executives shaping the regulated U.S. online gambling landscape and are recognized as a benchmark for excellence in the sector.

“I am honored to receive this recognition, which highlights the power of collaboration in shaping Maryland’s iGaming future,” Del. Vanessa Atterbeary (D-Howard County). “This achievement is just the beginning, and I remain committed to creating a regulatory environment that encourages innovation and ensures that every community member has a voice in the process. Together, we can build a vibrant and inclusive iGaming landscape that benefits all Marylanders.”

Del. Atterbeary has the distinction of being the champion of the only iGaming bill in 2024 to pass out of one chamber of a state legislature. While there is still work left to be done, her impassioned efforts have set Maryland on the course for future iGaming success.

“Congratulations to Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary on being named Policymaker of the Year at the 2024 American Gambling Awards,” said Gambling.com Group co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Charles Gillespie. “Her tireless work in advancing Maryland’s iGaming legislation, even in the face of divided stakeholder groups, demonstrates remarkable leadership, vision and perseverance. By championing a bill that not only supports job growth and local business participation but also ensures a competitive and inclusive marketplace, Delegate Atterbeary has set Maryland on a path for future success in the iGaming space.”

Facing a difficult set of circumstances, including a divided stakeholder group, Del. Atterbeary diligently worked to draft and advance legislation that maximizes job growth and local business participation while ensuring a competitive marketplace. Her commitment to listening to industry stakeholders and crafting legislation that effectively balances state revenue generation, local stakeholder and minority participation, and market access for operators of all sizes is commendable.

About Gambling.com Group Limited

Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (the “Group”) is a fast-growing provider of digital marketing services for the global online gambling industry. Founded in 2006, the Group has offices globally, primarily operating in the United States and Ireland. Through its proprietary technology platform, the Group publishes a portfolio of premier branded websites including Gambling.com, Bookies.com, Casinos.com, and RotoWire.com. Gambling.com Group owns and operates more than 50 websites in seven languages across 15 national markets covering all aspects of the online gambling industry, including iGaming and sports betting, and the fantasy sports industry.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241017458824/en/

Christine Doh, Gambling.com Group, media@gdcgroup.com

Source: Gambling.com Group Limited

FAQ

Who won the 2024 American Gambling Awards Policymaker of the Year?

Maryland State Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary was named the 2024 American Gambling Awards Policymaker of the Year for her work in advancing iGaming legislation in Maryland.

What is significant about the iGaming bill championed by Delegate Atterbeary in 2024?

Delegate Atterbeary's iGaming bill is the only one in 2024 to pass out of one chamber of a state legislature, marking a significant step forward for iGaming legislation in Maryland.

How does the iGaming legislation in Maryland aim to benefit the state?

The legislation aims to maximize job growth, encourage local business participation, ensure a competitive marketplace, and balance state revenue generation with local stakeholder and minority participation in the iGaming industry.

Who produces the American Gambling Awards and what is their stock symbol?

The American Gambling Awards are produced by Gambling.com Group , which trades on the Nasdaq under the stock symbol GAMB.