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Harry Reid, Nevada Senator recently made the following statement regarding the online poker bill he is working to pass. And I quote - “The online poker bill I am working on is good for the country and for Nevada”. He also added that the fact that internet poker is played by millions of Americans every day in an essentially unregulated environment, meaning no protections for minors, no respect for State law, no assurance that games are fair and honest, and no one to turn to if you’re defrauded. Also, neither federal nor State governments collect a dime of revenue from this multibillion dollar Internet poker industry.


The legislation I am working on would get our collective heads out of the sand and create a strict regulatory environment to protect U.S. consumers, prevent underage gambling, and respect the decisions of States that don’t allow gambling. Experienced regulators already trusted by millions of Americans will maintain oversight and reputable operators with proven track records will provide a secure gaming environment for Americans. Finally, the revenue and jobs from this multibillion dollar industry will stay where it belongs – here in America.


“I still have serious concerns about legalizing the broad range of casino-type gambling through the Internet. The bill I am working on would make all other types of Internet gambling clearly illegal, while increasing penalties and strengthening the ability of law enforcement to shut down illegal sites.” This statement was made on an interview last Monday December 15.
This is a summary of the online poker bill that Senator Harry Reid is working to pass:

Brief Summary of the Internet Gambling Prohibition, Poker Consumer Protection and Strengthening UIGEA Act of 2010


Online websites offering Internet poker and similar games have raised both consumer protection and enforcement concerns among Federal and State governments for over a decade. Millions of Americans play online poker regularly, yet there is no U.S. regulatory structure to ensure the games are fair, that operators are screening underage players, and to prevent Internet gambling in States that do not wish to allow it. The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) of 2006 was enacted to strengthen enforcement, but more is needed. The Internet Gambling Prohibition, Poker Consumer Protection, and Strengthening UIGEA Act would provide a strict new regulatory framework overseen by proven regulators.

Source: MyDesert
 


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