WashingtonWatch.com - H.R. 2046, The Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement Act of 2007

Comment by Lynn (July 1, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I agree that there are some things that need to be changed, such as the "loopholes" discussed in another comment, but the law passed in 2006 needs to go away - as Americans we have the right to walk into a casino and gamble all night, yet we can't do the same thing via online rooms? Unacceptable. I understand the scams and frauds that have taken place, but just because some sites aren't as good at catching scammers than others doesn't mean all Americans can't online gamble....

Comment by Scott (December 22, 2007, 01:00:00)

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 00:00:00 EST

I am all for establish an Internet Gambling Licensing Program to reduce the fears of gambling. Online gambling companies are just as much into being fair with gamers as Microsoft is into being fair with it's consumers. This new bill will help to make the US a stronger nation by allowing citizens to choose for themselves whether or not to spend their money at gambling websites. I really believe protectionism is not the way to help a nation be strong....

Status as of September 12, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 EDT

9/12/2007: Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Comment by Eric (August 25, 2007, 01:00:00)

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 00:00:00 EDT

This bill has huge loopholes in it. Any sports league can opt out and remove their sports from internet wagering. This does not make sense... Why does Vegas get an exemption for sports betting and the rest of us that live outside of Nevada can't do it?...

Revision by webmaster (August 2, 2007, 01:00:00)

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 2046 would amend title 31, United States Code, to provide for the licensing of Internet gambling facilities by the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

Detailed Summary

Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement Act of 2007 - Amends federal law governing monetary transactions to establish an Internet Gambling Licensing Program administered and enforced by the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (Director).

Prescribes requirements for the licensing of Internet betting or wagering.

Provides that activities involving investment banking, payment and transaction processing, and financial transactions are shielded from liability if they are conducted in compliance with this Act and specified law.

Authorizes states, Indian tribes and sporting leagues to prohibit internet gambling licenses.

Subjects violators of this Act to criminal penalties.

Instructs the Director to report annually to Congress on the licensing and regulation of Internet gambling operators.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 4/30/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.

Points in Favor

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Points Against

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Revision by webmaster (July 21, 2007, 01:00:00)

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 2046 would amend title 31, United States Code, to provide for the licensing of Internet gambling facilities by the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

Detailed Summary

Prescribes requirements for the licensing of Internet betting or wagering.

Authorizes states, Indian tribes and sporting leagues to prohibit internet gambling licenses.

Subjects violators of this Act to criminal penalties.

Instructs the Director to report annually to Congress on the licensing and regulation of Internet gambling operators.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 4/30/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.

Points in Favor

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Comment by shawn (July 2, 2007, 01:00:00)

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 EDT

Another unenforceable gambling law aimed at adults making their own decisions in the privacy of their own homes. Stop this nonsense and call it what it is... a money grab for the states. This is not the federal governments place to regulate a persons vices. No matter how much god does not approve. I also do not want to hear “what about the children” again for justification of another prohibitionist’s stance....

Revision by webmaster (June 14, 2007, 01:00:00)

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 2046 would amend title 31, United States Code, to provide for the licensing of Internet gambling facilities by the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

Detailed Summary

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Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 4/26/2007: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Points in Favor

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Revision by webmaster (June 14, 2007, 01:00:00)

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 2046 would amend title 31, United States Code, to provide for the licensing of Internet gambling facilities by the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

Detailed Summary

Prescribes requirements for the licensing of Internet betting or wagering.

Authorizes states, Indian tribes and sporting leagues to prohibit internet gambling licenses.

Subjects violators of this Act to criminal penalties.

Instructs the Director to report annually to Congress on the licensing and regulation of Internet gambling operators.

Status of the Legislation

Points in Favor

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Points Against

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Comment by Scenario (April 30, 2007, 01:00:00)

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 EDT

While I support the PPA's efforts, I am opposed to this bill's provision to allow states to prohibit online gambling based on their IP address or other methods. This will only lead to church-states like Utah passing "morality" bills that negate our efforts and effectively censor the internet. For us to succeed, we need FEDERAL legislation that clarifies the legality of playing poker once and for all (both online and in person) without these glaring loopholes. I'm calling on the PPA, Mr. D'Amato and Mr. Frank to pony up and not leave citizens who happen to live in church-states out in the dark....

Status as of April 30, 2007

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 EDT

4/30/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.

Status as of April 26, 2007

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:00:00 EDT

4/26/2007: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.