Professional athletes and staff are facing threats from sports bettors. A joint effort by five major sports leagues and their players associations seeks to address this issue.

The leagues want rules to be put in place to prevent further harassment. They are asking for betting privileges to be revoked for those who threaten or abuse athletes, coaches, or team personnel.

Further details about this request are available, including the specifics of the letter sent to regulators in multiple states and the District of Columbia.