Reid/Kyl Online Poker Bill Negotiations Warm Up

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


Joe Barton, PPA Still Optimistic About Federal Online Poker in the US

HR 2366 a “doable deal” • Passage during lame duck session still on the cards • Reid/Kyl deal “already done,” could be packaged with must-pass legislation • Blocking PokerStars from US online poker “unconstitutional”


Utah Governor Lobbies Against Federal Online Gambling Legislation

Last week Gary Herbert, Governor of Utah, authored a letter to leaders of Congress urging them to oppose federalized…


PPA and AGA Still Hoping for US Federal Legislation in 2012

Due to the pending presidential election, most people seem skeptical of the passage of an online poker bill in 2012….


Senate Oversight Hearing Explores New Interpretation of Wire Act and Tribal Gaming

Concerns over the loss of exclusivity rights currently enjoyed by tribes fuel a push for legislation on the federal – rather than state – level.


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.


Department of Justice Shifts Stance on Wire Act, Replies to Reid/Kyl Letter

According to the DOJ, the 1961 Wire Act only applies to sporting events and contests.


Online Poker Scheduled for Trials in 2012

A victory in Federal Court for Campos and Elie would exempt online poker from the UIGEA.


Nevada Lawmakers Prepare for Federal Online Gaming Regulation

Proposed legislation calls for regulations to be in place within 18 months.


Federal Prosecutors to Seize Home of Full Tilt Poker Founder

Feds are targeting four homes associated with FTP founder Ray Bitar.


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