Congress is currently examining the implications of sports betting, with a particular focus on potential federal regulations. A Senate committee has convened to discuss how the widespread legalization of sports gambling across the United States is impacting athletes, the general public, and the integrity of both amateur and professional sports. This scrutiny comes in light of record amounts wagered legally since the U.S. Supreme Court's decision six years ago that allowed states to offer sports betting. The discussion also includes insights from economists regarding the effects of betting on addiction and market behavior, as highlighted in recent op-eds and expert commentary.