H.R.2607 - Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2007

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to regulate internet gambling. view all titles (2)

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  • Short: Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2007 as introduced.
  • Official: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to regulate internet gambling. as introduced.

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6/7/2007--Introduced.Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2007 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish licensing requirements and fees for Internet gambling operators.Requires Internet gambling operators to pay to the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement

Official Summary

6/7/2007--Introduced.
Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2007 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish licensing requirements and fees for Internet gambling operators.
Requires Internet gambling operators to pay to the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network during each 30-day period of operation a license fee of 2% of all bets and wagers placed during the preceding 30-day period.
Requires the Director to grant Internet gambling licenses to applicants who meet criteria set by the Director and are generally fit to engage in the business of Internet gambling. Requires such operators to adopt appropriate mechanisms to ensure the collection of all taxes and license fees relating to Internet gambling that become due to federal and state governments.

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07/18/07
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12/18/08
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Jim McDermott (D-WA) introduced H.R. 2607, the Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act. IGRTEA would legislate Internet gambling tax collection requirements. On June 8, 2007, the House Financial Services Committee, ...

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12/09/08
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