US Insight
Key Takeaways
  • Rumblings of progress on online poker legislation are emanating from the west coast, but there is little tangible evidence that lawmakers have been able to bridge the gap between gaming industry factions over the issue of whether or not PokerStars should be allowed to operate in the state.
  • The state of Nevada will soon have a new online poker room, but instead of real money, the Treasure Island and its software provider Strategic Entertainment have opted for the social gaming route.
  • A measure to legalize online gaming in Pennsylvania was voted down by the State House of Representatives on Tuesday.

California

Rumblings of progress on online poker legislation are emanating from the west coast, but there is little tangible evidence that lawmakers have been able to bridge the gap between gaming industry factions over the issue of whether or not PokerStars should be allowed to operate in the state.