Do you want your state to regulate online poker?

[royalpat]

well it took awhile but it is happening now we need the sites lots of money to be made inevesting in them

[NateVest]

well it took awhile but it is happening now we need the sites lots of money to be made inevesting in them

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[DuckU408]

goverment make my states legal to play poker pleaseeeeeeeeeee.

[sunburnt2k11]

yeah i think it's total bogus to have the individual state legalize or regulate it when it's already online

[NateVest]

goverment make my states legal to play poker pleaseeeeeeeeeee.

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[WILD]

I remember the ppa, when pokerstars was in the u.s., they had freerolls every now and then. I think the prize pools were 500 or 1k. Something like that.

[royalpat]

the guy who founded Expedia opened the first site in vegas and it is running and has made lots of money so soon boys soon

[NateVest]

the guy who founded Expedia opened the first site in vegas and it is running and has made lots of money so soon boys soon

We are pleased to announce that today U.S. Representative Peter King (R-NY) introduced comprehensive legislation to license and regulate Internet poker and Internet casino gaming. This federal bill gives states the authority to license Internet poker and casino gaming operators and to work with other states to offer games to consumers on an interstate basis.

The bill sets up a regulatory framework that will foster competition while mandating strong consumer protections. View the full bill and Rep. King's key points about his legislation.

PPA issued the following press release:

PPA Commends Introduction of Federal Internet Gambling Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 6, 2013) – The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading poker grassroots advocacy group with more than one million members nationwide, today commended Representative Peter King (R-NY) for introducing federal online gambling legislation, which would empower states to license Intra-state online poker and casino style games under appropriate federal regulatory oversight.

"On behalf of the PPA membership and millions of poker players in the United States, I thank Congressman King for his commitment to protecting Americans’ freedom to play poker on the Internet," said former Senator Alfonse D'Amato, chairman of the PPA. "States are already moving to regulate online gaming. In order to avoid a patchwork of state laws that limit player pools and provides consumer protections only to Americans in those states, it is time for Congress to step up and pass federal legislation."

The comprehensive bill is similar to the Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection and Enforcement Act, legislation that was introduced in 2011 by Representative John Campbell (R-CA) and House Financial Services Ranking Member Barney Frank (D-MA) and that was reported out of the House Financial Services Committee with broad bipartisan support.

Among other things, the bill:
Requires states to be certified by the U.S. Department of Treasury to license potential operators. States may choose to participate in the national online gaming market without becoming a licensing agent, however;
Authorizes federal funding to address problem gambling addiction, similar to what is in place for all other types of addiction;
Gives states the freedom to opt-out of Internet gaming. Governors must notify the Department of Treasury that their state will opt-out within 120 days of passage of the bill, and opting out will NOT prohibit states from establishing their own intra-state online gaming regimes;
Ensures mandatory implementation of technologies to protect against underage gambling using the commercial and government databases used for online banking to verify age and identity;
Allows equal access to licenses for all providers, including Indian tribes and lotteries;
Preserves the traditional authority of regulators to determine the suitability of online operators when evaluating license applications; and
Contains high standards to thwart fraud, abuse and cheating to ensure fair games for customers.
"Congress cannot ignore progress and the facts. Americans want the freedom to play online poker in a regulated market and states are filling the void. Already three states have authorized online gaming and several more are on the precipice of joining them,” said John Pappas, executive director of the PPA. “Poker players recognize the benefits of a federal law over the current state-by-state approach. However, as more states lead, it will be difficult for Congress to follow – and even more difficult to see the necessity of federal legislation. We hope that all of Congress can work together and support this bill. We look forward to supporting this vital legislation and urge its swift movement through the legislative process."

Proud to play,

Nate Vest

[NateVest]

I remember the ppa, when pokerstars was in the u.s., they had freerolls every now and then. I think the prize pools were 500 or 1k. Something like that.

Weekly Update from Rich Muny, VP of Player Relations

As I mentioned last week, PPA had a booth at the World Series of Poker? at the Rio Hotel & Casino last weekend. PPA Director of Grassroots Drew Lesofski and Member Relations Specialist Dave McGoldrick were on hand to meet with the poker community to talk about all PPA is doing and what members can do to support the fight for poker. I'm pleased to report that the weekend was a terrific success! The booth was filled with poker players and enthusiasts. I am very happy that we were able to do this.

PPA will be back at the World Series of Poker for the weekends of 6/21-6/24 and 7/5-7/9 (the opening days of the Main Event). PPA Executive Director John Pappas and I will be there the weekend of 6/21. I will be there the weekend of 7/5 as well. I encourage you to stop by the booth to talk about the latest in the push for poker legislation, to find out what you can do to get more involved, and to renew your membership!


Mark Hoke of Fifth Street Radio interviewing PPA Director of Grassroots Drew Lesofski at the WSOP


Drew Lesofski with PPA CA State Director & ShareMyPair Co-Founder Steve Miller at the PPA WSOP Booth

New York Advocacy

PPA Executive Director John Pappas was in Albany, New York yesterday to meet with lawmakers to discuss opportunities to license and regulate online poker in that state. With a need for revenue and ongoing discussions for expanded gaming in the state, online poker clearly has a place in the discussion.

John received much positive feedback in his meetings.


NY State Seal at State Assembly Building

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Interviews
Recent appearances and articles:
Poker Advocacy with Rich Muny on OnTilt Radio (6/3): I was joined by PPA Grassroots Director Drew Lesofski, who shared all that was happening at the PPA booth at the WSOP. Following this update, I was joined by Wendeen Eolis of Poker Player Newspaper, Chris Grove of Online Poker Report, and Mike Gentile of Pokerfuse for a terrific panel discussion! I hope you'll download the podcast here or on iTunes here.
Two Plus Two Magazine: Update from the Poker Players Alliance (6/3). PPA Executive Director John Pappas and I authored a piece updating everyone on all PPA is doing. Read here
Upcoming Appearance:
The Poker Advocacy with Rich Muny webcast on OnTilt Radio airs live each Monday at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT. Listen live here.






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Fifth Street Radio PPA Weekly Update: site archive, free iTunes download
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Rich Muny
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[JBrazon]

If someone didn't want their state to regualte poker, they'd be lying. I just wanna be able to play at WorldPokerTour.com...Michigan isn't allowed on it, stupid azz state.