RAWA Has Unintended Consequences as Joe Barton Decides to Introduce a Federal Bill to Authorize Online Poker

The bill is expected to be similar to HR 2666 which Barton filed in late 2013.


RAWA Hearing Sound and Fury Signifying Nothing

The RAWA Hearing provided little comfort to supporters of online poker in the US.


More Full Tilt Poker Remission Payments Expected This Month

Disputed amounts under $500 are scheduled to be released.


RAWA Hearing Postponed Due to Weather

A congressional hearing on the proposed legislation to ban online gaming in the US takes a back seat to the threats of inclement weather in the nation’s capital.


PPA Urgently Asks Players to Act Now to Help Stop RAWA

The PPA has set up a simple system for players to tweet their opposition directly to the politicians on the Congressional committee.


Internet Gaming Bill Introduced in Pennsylvania

The new bill will likely be the main topic of discussion during a hearing on the topic scheduled in April.


More Online Poker Bills Introduced in California

Additional interest in the topic from lawmakers indicates progress for online poker in the Golden State.


New Jersey Online Poker Players Have a New Way to Self-Exclude

State regulator makes it easier for problem gamblers to register for self-exclusion.


Caesars Gives In On Bad Actor Clause in California Online Poker

Though fewer interests oppose allowing PokerStars into the California online poker market, resolution is still a long way off.


Pala Interactive CEO Jim Ryan Worries That the RAWA Might Pass

Sheldon Adelson’s wealth plus a Republican controlled Congress convince the former partypoker CEO that RAWA is a real risk.


Two States Abandon Legislation to Regulate Online Poker in the US

Bills in Mississippi and Washington State will not be passed in this legislative session.


Gambling Addict and Former Full Tilt Pro Erick Lindgren Sued for $2.5 Million

The disgraced old school Pro has frittered away $10 million plus in poker winnings on his gambling addiction.


Restoration of America’s Wire Act Would Ban Online Poker in New Jersey, Nevada and Delaware

US Representative Jason Chaffetz continues his crusade to rid the US of online gambling.


Poker Staking is Safe in Nevada

Gaming Control Board Chairman Tells pokerfuse that SB 40 will not apply to poker.


Nevada Bill Threatens to End Staking Deals

A new law aimed at reducing money laundering could have a negative impact on the WSOP.


Latest California Online Poker Bill Takes New Direction

Same name, different approach for the second online poker bill introduced in California in 2015.


New NCLGS Framework Calls for Player Penalties for Playing on Unauthorized iGaming Sites

Fines and the confiscation of winnings are some of the recommended penalties for players.


Mike Gatto Proposes Changes to California Online Poker Bill

In-person registration for poker players to become optional.


Online Poker on the Table Again in Mississippi

Players on illegal online gambling sites would face harsh penalties including jail time.


Online Poker Bill to be Introduced in Washington State

The state of Washington will soon have proposed legislation to legalize online poker.


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