Frank Internet Gambling Bill Gets More Congressional Support

Four more Congressmen have agreed to co-sponsor Barney Frank's bill regulating Internet gambling.

While Barney Frank's bill proposing regulation of Internet gambling continues to await its day before committee, more support is materializing for the measure. This week, four new co-sponsors added their names in support of Frank's try to license and regulate online casinos and gambling sites.

There are actually fifty-eight listed co-sponsors for the proposed gaming legislation. Joining the cause are Representatives Lynn Woolsey of California, William Clay of Missouri, Adam Schiff of California, and Christopher Murphy of Connecticut.

Frank had originally said the bill can be reviewed by Easter. But his Financial Services Committee have been coping with a miles higher priority, the national economy.

The advancement to committee has since been pushed back to July, then September, and now some have commented that it's unlikely the bill might be discussed before the brand new year arrives.

Still, the support continues to grow among Frank's fellow Congressmen, including Republicans who've crossed the aisle within the name of individual freedoms.

A second Frank bill, postponing the implementation of rules in regards to the UIGEA, must see quick action whether it is to be effective. The UIGEA implementation is scheduled for December 1st, barely sixty days away.

Published on September 28, 2009 by PrestonLewis

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