Online Poker Legislation Introduced in Three US States Online Poker Legislation Introduced in Three US States
Key Takeaways
  • In Kentucky, HB 137 recently passed out of committee and is now eligible for a vote in the full House.
  • In New York, online poker is once again being considered by lawmakers with bills introduced in both the Senate and the Assembly.
  • In Nebraska, the Games of Skill Act would legalize poker, sports betting and fantasy sports.

Lawmakers in three US states have introduced proposed legislation that would legalize and regulate online poker.

Although seeing a plethora of online gaming bills introduced is not uncommon during this time of year when new legislative sessions are getting underway, the launch of online poker in Pennsylvania late last year combined with the passing of legislation to allow online poker in West Virginia and Michigan make these early-year efforts feel different from previous years.