Regulators & Policymakers

For state legislators, public health officials, Tribal Nations and Tribal gaming regulators, addressing gambling as a public health priority is a critical responsibility. To be effective, policy and regulation must be anchored in peer-reviewed, published science.

Here is why data—not guesswork—drives the public sphere:

• The Foundation of Public Health: Scientific research is the universally recognized gold standard for creating policies that actually work.
• A Shield Against Bias: Rigorous research serves as a vital bulwark, protecting the public from the influence of pseudoscience and advocacy-driven agendas.
• The Requirement for Coverage: As health insurers increasingly mandate evidence-based practices, scientific validation is no longer optional—it is a prerequisite for care.