Michigan Proposes Online Poker Legislation
Key Takeaways
  • Senate bill 889, referred to as the “lawful Internet gaming act,” is the state’s first attempt at legalizing online poker and casino games.
  • Authorized operators of online gaming in the state would include casinos on tribal land.
  • Advertising affiliates would also be subject to licensing or registration under the law.

State Senator Mike Kowall is the primary sponsor of a new bill introduced late last week that would legalize online poker and other online games of chance and skill in the state of Michigan.