Politics & Government
Winslow Internet Poker Amendment Passes in House Casino Bill Vote
The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a casino gambling bill Wednesday, including provisions for Internet poker.
The state House of Representatives passed a proposed casino-gambling bill Wednesday, including Internet poker provisions proposed by State Rep. Daniel Winslow.
Winslow had .
"This amendment was aimed at creating high-tech job opportunities in Massachusetts, as well as increased local aid revenue," he said in a statement. "It is important to remember that 1,700 foreign companies already offer Internet poker, so state regulation will ensure that consumers are not being cheated."
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According to Winslow, the amendment calls for model legislation to be ready for consideration by July 2012.
The amendment was part of a bill that could bring three casinos to the state. The state senate will now consider the bill.
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