June 27th, 2008
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On Wednesday, the House Financial Services Committee defeated HR 5767, a bill proposed by Barney Frank and Ron Paul that would have likely opened the door for the return of legalized and regulated online poker in the United States. Instead, it’s back to square one for the internet gambling industry, which must continue to navigate turbulent waters.
The question of what is and what is not legal under the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act remains. Just one day removed from this historic mark-up hearing, PocketFives.com spoke with Barney Frank to discuss what happened in the Rayburn House Office Building.
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Online Poker Scene - Barney Frank Discusses Internet Gambling Bill’s Defeat
Author Contact Info: Dan Cypra
Tags: Barney Frank, HR5767
