US Online Poker Legislation: Week in Review

A rundown of the week’s developments in the United States on the path to State and Federal online poker regulation.


Jon Kyl Finally Speaks, Says Deal on Federal Poker Bill “Quite Possible”

Longtime online poker foe hints at the possibility of a carve-out as part of a political compromise.


New Online Poker Bill to be Introduced in the Senate

A Harry Reid and Jon Kyl co-sponsored online poker bill could be passed by the end of the current congressional session.


New Jersey State Senator Calls Out Kyl and Reid

Lesniak fights for states’ rights to offer intra-state online gambling.


Senators Call for Additional Enforcement of Illegal Online Poker

Reid and Kyl unite to seek assistance from the DOJ with prohibiting offshore and intrastate gaming.


HR 2366: An Overview of Barton's Bill

No blackout period and no opt-in requirement makes for a player-friendly bill that could become law this year.


Tides are Turning for US Poker Legislation

About-turn of Jon Kyl’s position on online gambling as a website update signals a more lenient approach.


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