205 CMR, § 256.01

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Section 256.01 - Third Parties
(1) Each Sports Wagering Operator shall be responsible for the content and conduct of any and all Sports Wagering advertising, marketing, or branding done on its behalf or to its benefit whether conducted by the Sports Wagering Operator, an employee or agent of the Sports Wagering Operator, or an affiliated entity or a third party pursuant to contract or any other agreement for consideration or remuneration, regardless of whether such party is also required to be licensed or registered as a Sports Wagering Vendor or Non-Sports Wagering Vendor.
(2) Each Sports Wagering Operator shall provide a copy of the regulations contained herein to all advertising, marketing, branding and promotions personnel, contractors, agents, and agencies retained by the Sports Wagering Operator or its agents and shall ensure and require compliance herewith.
(3) No Sports Wagering Operator may enter into an agreement with a third party to conduct advertising, marketing, or branding on behalf of, or to the benefit of, the licensee, in exchange for a percentage of sports wagering revenue earned from users that the third party directs or causes to be directed to the Operator.
(4) Any advertisement or promotion for Sports Wagering shall disclose the identity of the Sports Wagering Operator and whether a financial relationship exists between any Person providing an endorsement or promotion and the Sports Wagering Operator.

205 CMR, § 256.01

Adopted by Mass Register Issue 1489, eff. 1/25/2023 (EMERGENCY).
Amended by Mass Register Issue 1493, eff. 4/14/2023.
Amended by Mass Register Issue 1497, eff. 5/17/2023 (EMERGENCY).
Amended by Mass Register Issue 1501, eff. 5/17/2023 (COMPLIANCE).