H.R.2268 - Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2009

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

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  • Short: Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2009 as introduced.
  • Official: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to regulate and tax Internet gambling. as introduced.

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5/6/2009--Introduced.Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2009 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to: (1) impose an Internet gambling license fee on Internet gambling operators and an additional tax on unauthorized bets or wagers; (2) require such operators to file infor

Official Summary

5/6/2009--Introduced.Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act of 2009 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to:
(1) impose an Internet gambling license fee on Internet gambling operators and an additional tax on unauthorized bets or wagers;
(2) require such operators to file informational returns identifying themselves and the individuals placing bets or wagers with them;
(3) require withholding of tax on net Internet gambling winnings and on the winnings of nonresident aliens; and
(4) extend the excise tax on wagers to include wagers placed within the United States or any commonwealth, territory, or possession by a U.S. citizen or resident.

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Organizations Supporting H.R.2268

  • Interactive Gaming Council
  • Poker Players Alliance
  • Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative
  • Party Gaming

Organizations Opposing H.R.2268

  • Focus on the Family
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05/06/09
pocketfives.com Podcast Talks Barney Frank's Internet Gambling Bill

In addition, a bill similar to Congressman Jim mcdermott's (D-WA) recently-unveiled Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act (HR 2268) will need ...

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05/06/09
RE: H.R.2268

In terms of how the costs can be passed onto the end consumer, HR 2268 states that the 2% fee “may not be deducted from the amounts available as deposits by ...

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05/06/09
RE: H.R.2268

In terms of how the costs can be passed onto the end consumer, HR 2268 states that the 2% fee “may not be deducted from the amounts available as deposits by ...

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12/27/10
Is Online Sports Betting Legal in the US? Velvet Deck found a way…

Jim McDermott (D-WA) re-introduced tһе Internet Gambling Regulation аחԁ Tax Enforcement Act (HR 2268) wһісһ wουƖԁ ensure tһаt individual аחԁ corporate taxes owed οח regulated Internet gambling activities аrе collected. ...

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12/24/10
Is Online Sports Betting Legal in the US? Velvet Deck found a way

Jim McDermott (D-WA) re-introduced the Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act (HR 2268) which would ensure that individual and corporate taxes owed on regulated Internet gambling activities are collected. ...

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12/21/10
Rep Barney Frank Chairs Which Committee | BARN TRUSS

Jim McDermott (D-WA) re-introduced the Internet Gambling Regulation and Tax Enforcement Act (H.R. 2268) which would ensure that individual and corporate taxes owed on regulated Internet gambling activities are collected. ...

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