Rep. Houchin Leads Bipartisan POINTS Act to Fund Gambling Addiction Treatment
Veterans are specifically named as a priority group for these grants because they are disproportionately affected by gambling addiction. States and Tribal organizations serving veterans would receive priority consideration when applying for funding, potentially expanding treatment options in areas where veterans live.
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The proposed Providing Opportunities for Individuals In Need of Treatment & Support (POINTS) Act would allocate a portion of the federal tax on sports betting to fund prevention, treatment, and recovery programs for problem gambling.
Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN) discusses the introduction of the bipartisan POINTS Act, which aims to redirect existing federal gaming revenue toward gambling addiction prevention and treatment programs without creating new taxes.
Endorsed by the National Council on Problem Gambling, the POINTS Act is the first bipartisan federal bill in 15 years to address gambling addiction. It establishes a grant program for states and tribes to expand clinical and telehealth services.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
POINTS Act of 2026
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