Online Poker Legislation Gaining Steam

In the midst of the 2007 World Series of Poker, the online poker world has been abuzz with some exciting news regarding the future of the industry. On Thursday, Congressman Robert Wexler (D-FL) introduced H.R. 2610, the “Skill Game Protection Act,” which would essentially carve out a place for games defined as “skill games” from the UIGEA, which was passed late last year. On Friday, Congressman Barney Frank’s (D-MA) “Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement Act of 2007” was discussed in committee. The bill would carve out exemptions for properly licensed gaming operators from the UIGEA. Both bills are extremely important for online poker players everywhere.
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Sunday, June 10th, 2007 at 5:43 am; Category: Online Poker News
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