Congress Examines Rise of Sports Betting on College Campuses

House Education Committee Tackles Gambling Among Students

House Education Committee Tackles Gambling Among College Students Olivia.sanchez Thu, 11/12/2026 - 03:00 AM Lawmakers say colleges need to do more to educate students about the risks of digital wagering. Byline(s) Olivia Sanchez House Education Committee Tackles Gambling Among College Students Olivia.sanchez Thu, 11/12/2026 - 03:00 AM Lawmakers say colleges need to do more to educate students about the risks of digital wagering. Byline(s) Olivia…

Michael Baumgartner chairs House subcommittee hearing on college sports gambling

Baumgartner said the sports betting industry has “exploded” following a 2018 decision by the Supreme Court, particularly among college students.

Congress examines rise of sports betting on college campuses

The rise of sports betting on college campuses took center stage on Capitol Hill Wednesday as lawmakers questioned what can be done to rein in students who are gambling at higher and higher rates.

LIVE NOW: House Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Rise of Sports Gambling on College Campuses

The House Education and Workforce Committee’s Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development holds a hearing titled “The Rise of Sports Gamblin...

Experts Describe Lack of Education and Services For College Students Affected By Problem Gambling

The rate of college students who bet on sports is rising nationally, but colleges and universities do not have the necessary services or programs to address the issue, according to a House subcommittee hearing on sports betting on college campuses. Four expert witnesses today described the rising dangers of problem gambling rates among college students … Continued

House subcommittee to hold hearing on college sports gambling

A House Education and Workforce subcommittee is holding a hearing on college sports gambling amid concerns about athlete safety and sport integrity, The Hill reported Nov. 11, 2026.