PENNSYLVANIA, April 9 - society as a whole; and

WHEREAS, Only a limited number of individuals affected by

problem gambling seek treatment options and utilize existing

problem-gambling programs; and

WHEREAS, Numerous individuals, professionals and

organizations have dedicated their efforts to public awareness

of problem gambling and the availability and effectiveness of

treatment; and

WHEREAS, The proliferation of unregulated slot-machine-like

devices in nearly every community across this Commonwealth,

especially in vulnerable communities, is contributing to

gambling addiction; and

WHEREAS, Unregulated gambling devices demand increased focus

on compulsive and problem gambling awareness and the education

of residents of this Commonwealth on gambling addiction as a

public health issue, which affects Pennsylvanians of all ages

and backgrounds; and

WHEREAS, The NCPG is coordinating the annual "Problem

Gambling Awareness Month" campaign in March to educate the

public about the impact of problem gambling and the availability

of treatment options; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate designate the month of March 2021

as "Problem Gambling Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania; and be it

further

RESOLVED, That the Senate urge the Pennsylvania Gaming

Control Board to continue its outreach efforts and work with the

Pennsylvania gaming industry to develop and implement problem-

gambling programs and further promote community-based programs

in this Commonwealth; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Senate urge the Department of Health in

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