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Communication to bill’s authors decries “Draconian” federal usurping of states’ rights.

In a letter on Thursday, the National Governors Association (NGA) informed House and Senate leaders that they oppose…

A draft copy of the federal online poker legislation obtained by the PPA reportedly differs little from the previously leaked summary, but player penalties are apparently off the table.

IMEGA’s Joe Brennan Jr. provides a behind the scenes look at the politics affecting online poker legislation in the US.

Following the leak of Harry Reid and Jon Kyl’s proposed UIGEA strengthening act, with specific carve-out for internet poker, we answer players’ common questions.

Nevada Senators Reid and Heller trade jabs over proper strategy to advance federal online gambling legislation.

A first look at online poker’s last remaining chance for federal legislation in the United States this year.

Though still illegal under New York state law, poker is not considered gambling under the Illegal Gambling Business Act (IGBA), rules US Federal Judge.

As part of the settlement with the US Department of Justice and acquisition of the assets of Full Tilt Poker, PokerStars…

Introduced in the hearing this week, the TOGA discussion draft language declares tribal sovereignty and establishes business parameters for a federal online poker bill.

Signs of urgency among leaders apparent during latest Tribal hearing to discuss the developments of regulated online gaming in the United States.

Nevada Senator Dean Heller takes on role of peacemaker in an attempt to garner Republican support.