The List Grows in Support of Online Casinos
Barney Frank’s new bill that supports licensing and regulating the online casino
industry is gaining support where it really counts – with the politicians. Just
mere weeks ago Frank formally presented his bill for his contemporaries and is
now in the process of gaining both American player support, and politicians
before he actually presents the bill before Congress. Many of the politicians
are beginning to sign on for the Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement
Act (IGREA) because of both international objection to the current legislation
and the argument that it the 2006 UIGEA may in fact infringe on civil liberties.
After the initial presentation for his contemporaries, some politicians who had
previously supported the UIGEA and agreed to ban online casino gambling have
switched onto Frank’s team. Another plus for gaining support for IGREA, or
HR2046 is because Frank’s position as chairman of the House Financial Services
Committee gives him certain clout, influence, and respect.
Three more representatives have announced their support for the licensing and
regulatin of the industry, the list now includes:
• Don Young – Congressional Representative – Alaska
• James McGovern – 3rd District – Massachusetts
• Alcee L. Hastings – 23rd District – Florida
For a complete list of the 25 politicians in support of IGREA, visit: IGREA
Political Support
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