WASHINGTON: With millions of people already playing online poker for money, the casino industry is urging Congress to step in and regulate the wagering.
Members of the American Gaming Association said Tuesday that about 1,000 offshore websites are targeting the U.S. market. They said that participants would be better served if the companies running the websites were closely monitored to ensure the games are fair and pay off as promised. They also said that keeping the betting proceeds in the United States would create jobs and provide revenue to the federal government and states.