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H.R.2267 Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act, 111th Congress

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  • Latest Action: Nov 30, 2010 Committee on Energy and Commerce discharged.

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  • 13% of users oppose H.R.2267

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    • Requires operators of Internet gambling facilities to obtain licenses through the Internet Gambling Licensing Program, administered by the Secretary of the Treasury.

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    • Harrah's Entertainment, Inc.

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    • Interactive Gaming Council

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    • Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative

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    • UC Group LTD

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    • Poker Players Alliance

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    • Open Poker USA

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    • Independent Community Bankers of America

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    • Youbet.com Inc.

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    • Christian Coalition of America

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    • Morongo Band of Mission Indians

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    Highest Rated User Comments

    • On June 08, 2009, by jml6m - We need to start the process of legalizing gambling in the U.S.! Not only will it bring in more revenue, we should also eliminate government control over a person's personal life!

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      As noted by jml6m, a user on OpenCongress.org, on June 08, 2009, "We need to start the process of legalizing gambling in the U.S.! Not only will it bring in more revenue, we should also eliminate government control over a person's personal life!"
    • On June 17, 2009, by fearlessmoneymaker - lets get it done. not only do we need to keep the cash in the US but we need to help the Gov improve it self with our money.

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    • On June 15, 2009, by NateDaniels - This legislation is a win on both sides of the isle. If you are a republican, this speaks to personal liberty and responsibility. If you are a democrat, this provides much needed tax revenue to fund government initiatives.

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      As noted by NateDaniels, a user on OpenCongress.org, on June 15, 2009, "This legislation is a win on both sides of the isle. If you are a republican, this speaks to personal liberty and responsibility. If you are a democrat, this provides much needed tax revenue to fund government initiatives. "

    Highly Rated Blog Articles

    • Gambling Law Expert Nelson Rose Comments on Online Poker Seizure - December 30, 2010 by Poker News - HR 2267 is supported by major industry companies like Harrah's and YouBet.com. The measure is up to 30 co-sponsors, including four that signed on late last week: Steve Driehaus (D-OH), Raul Grijalva (D-AZ), Steve Israel (D-NY), ...

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      As noted by Poker News on December 30, 2010, "HR 2267 is supported by major industry companies like Harrah's and YouBet.com. The measure is up to 30 co-sponsors, including four that signed on late last week: Steve Driehaus (D-OH), Raul Grijalva (D-AZ), Steve Israel (D-NY), ..." (http://www.betpokernews.com/gambling-law-expert-nelson-rose-comments-on-online-poker-seizure-3230/)
    • Top Online Poker Stories That Concerned Affiliates in 2010 - December 30, 2010 by Correct Poker - Strategy News Reviews Rakeback... - HR 2267 passed the House Financial Services Committee in July by a vote of 41-22, an impressive victory from many of the same representatives who four years earlier voted on a more aggressive version of UIGEA. ...

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      As noted by Correct Poker - Strategy News Reviews Rakeback... on December 30, 2010, "HR 2267 passed the House Financial Services Committee in July by a vote of 41-22, an impressive victory from many of the same representatives who four years earlier voted on a more aggressive version of UIGEA. ..." (http://www.correctpoker.com/news/top-online-poker-stories-that-concerned-affiliates-in-2010/)
    • Cheers and Jeers for Online gaming in 2010 | Off Shore Gaming ... - December 30, 2010 by Off Shore Gaming Association - 1) Barney Frank: The Massachusetts representative pushed very hard to get the UIGEA repealed and made solid headway with HR 2267 – The Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act. Frank managed to get 69 ...

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      As noted by Off Shore Gaming Association on December 30, 2010, "1) Barney Frank: The Massachusetts representative pushed very hard to get the UIGEA repealed and made solid headway with HR 2267 – The Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act. Frank managed to get 69 ..." (http://www.osga.com/wordpress/offshore-insiders/cheers-and-jeers-for-online-gaming-in-2010.html)

    Highly Rated News Articles

    • SENATOR RAYMOND LESNIAK TALKS LEGALIZED ONLINE GAMBLING IN NEW JERSEY - November 23, 2010 by Standardbred Breeders and Owners Association of New Jersey - JENNY: Jumping over to HR 2267, Barney Frank's bill. How will legalized online gambling on the state level coincide with legalized online gambling at the ...

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      As noted by Standardbred Breeders and Owners Association of New Jersey on November 23, 2010, " JENNY: Jumping over to HR 2267, Barney Frank's bill. How will legalized online gambling on the state level coincide with legalized online gambling at the ... " (http://sboanj.com/index.asp?Key=1843)
    • Congress considers online gambling legislation - November 21, 2010 by Lexology (registration) - 4 In July 2010, the House Financial Services Committee approved HR 2267, the Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act, ...

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      As noted by Lexology (registration) on November 21, 2010, " 4 In July 2010, the House Financial Services Committee approved HR 2267, the Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act, ... " (http://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=19ac342e-2c43-4879-92f3-c640aff5e85c)
    • The State of Online Gambling - November 17, 2010 by Motley Fool - has sponsored HR 2267, which would legalize, regulate, and tax online poker at the federal level. The legislation has worked its way through committee just ...

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      As noted by Motley Fool on November 17, 2010, " has sponsored HR 2267, which would legalize, regulate, and tax online poker at the federal level. The legislation has worked its way through committee just ... " (http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2010/11/18/the-state-of-online-gambling.aspx)
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