Second Online Poker Bill of 2015 Introduced in California
Key Takeaways
  • Two of the most notable aspects of the bill are its omission of a bad actor clause in the inclusion of the horse racing industry.
  • The bill also relies heavily upon the California Department of Justice to conduct investigations related to the suitability of operators and service providers.
  • A regulatory enforcement fund will be established to support law enforcement efforts in the prohibition of unlicensed igaming operators that conduct business within the state.

California has another online poker bill, AB 167 was introduced late Thursday by Assemblyman Reginald Jones-Sawyer. Two of the most notable aspects of the bill are its omission of a bad actor clause and the inclusion of the horse racing industry.