California, Nevada and New Jersey continue to dominate the stage in THE FIGHT to legalize online poker. This week California has the lead, with a new proposal from the tribes, long-time antagonists of all online gaming legislation. @bluff.com

An in-depth look at proposed legislation as Mexico attempts to regulate online gambling. A draft Federal Gaming Law has been proposed by Senator Maria Espinoza, a member of the ruling Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI). @pokernews.com

Internet gambling has been taken off the table for now in Illinois, but it will soon reemerge. Supporters of expanding gambling in Illinois, which has 10 riverboat casinos at present,.. @cardplayer.com

The fight to legalize online poker in the United States has reached a tipping point, with states pushing forward with their own online poker bills, while the federal government remains in gridlock. @pokernewsboy.com

Even with Gov. Pat Quinn shunning the idea of legalizing Internet gambling, at least one Illinois lawmaker is trying to find a path for legislation. Quinn has shot down several attempts at gambling expansion in the state, but indicated he could support a current bill with a few exceptions. @pokernews.com

With most eyes following the progress of online poker in several different states there has been little attention paid to several other states that have sought to pass poker legislation that would ban online poker, but the recent bill that is being proposed in Oregon could be draconian.. @pokernewsboy.com

While much of the attention of the poker community is currently on the drive of several states towards legalization and regulation of online poker, there are fights that are being waged in some states that might affect live poker games. @pokernewsdaily.com

A new push for gaming expansion in Texas drew muted commentary from analysts Tuesday. They have been down that road before. A Texas state senator said this week that he has support for legislation to bring 21 large and small casinos to Texas and create a state gaming commission. @pokerati.com

A Pennsylvania legislator introduced an online gambling bill in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Friday, putting the Keystone State squarely on the map of states fighting to legalize online gambling. @bluff.com

The American Gaming Association on Wednesday named just its second president to lead the nearly 20-year-old Washington, D.C.-based organization that serves as the industry’s voice on Capitol Hill. @pokerati.com

If you thought things would get easier after New Jersey enacted online gaming legislation six weeks ago, you’re not going to want to read this week’s column. @bluff.com

As the dust is starting to settle in their feud with the American Gaming Association (AGA) and Caesars Entertainment PokerStars is now refocusing its attention where it belongs; returning to the US market now that several states have passed online poker legislation. @pokernewsboy.com

Iowa lobbyist Matt Eide of Eide & Heisinger, L.L.C. explains the online poker situation in Iowa, which has introduced legislation on numerous occasions. @pokernews.com

Add Texas to the list of states considering online poker thanks to State of Texas Ballot Measure SJR No. 43. Learn more on Texas' poker situation here. @pokernews.com

Given the stringent nature of the bad actor lockouts in state regulation, the reasons for Caesar's recent Barriere partnership become clear. Proposed legislation designed to bring online poker—along with expanded gambling—to Illinois carries heavy restrictions that could block many current industry leaders. @pokernews.com

The effects of a newly passed bill in an Illinois Senate committee are already being felt as a key Illinois newspaper has changed its position regarding the future of gaming in the state. @pokernewsdaily.com

When Nevada passed online poker legislation I posited that the launch of the first real-money online poker room in the United States would open the flood gates, and in January predicted that at least a dozen states would see the potential revenue in online gaming and pass their.. @pokernewsboy.com

For the third time in as many years, an Illinois Senate committee has passed an expansion of casino gaming in the state, but this time it has a caveat: online gaming and poker is a part of the bill. @pokernewsdaily.com

As promised, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has signed the online gambling legislation sent back to him with the requested revisions. Also, industry news from the European Union, Florida, and the last of the Black Friday fallout. @pokerati.com

After not considering the legislation in their previous congressional cycle, the Iowa General Assembly could once again take a look at passing legislation that would make the Hawkeye State another player in the online poker industry. @pokernewsdaily.com

Two new proposals introduced that look to regulate online gaming in the state. Lawmakers in Massachusetts have again introduced legislation to bring online gaming to the state. @pokernews.com

Today’s Boxscore Christina Lindley $4,920 – Venetian DSE Ladies Event Matt Giannetti $298,304 – WPT Lucky Heart Poker Open John Dolan $19,200 – 2013 LAPC $1,600 Bounty Event Nothing like a little friendly competition to get legislation on the fast track. @pokerati.com

As online poker creeps back into the US, through legislation and reform, the players’ voice must be heard—that’s the idea behind a discussion later Thursday afternoon at the 2013 iGaming North America conference (IGNA) in Las Vegas. @pokernews.com

Departing AGA head still hopeful of federal efforts to legalize online poker. Outgoing American Gaming Association (AGA) president Frank Fahrenkopf, speaking Wednesday at the iGaming North America (IGNA) Conference, asserted that federal legislation with aim of authorizing and regulating internet poker at the US federal level is a topic still receiving active consideration. @pokernews.com

This week we explore all corners of the United States when we look at current gambling legislation in Mississippi, New Jersey, California and Nevada. @pokerati.com

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie reaches a decision in the online gambling legislation sent to him late last year. Plus, will 2013 be the year for the United States to embrace regulated online gambling? @pokerati.com

Maine Today reported Wednesday that a bill in the state legislature would relax a law applying to poker tournaments for charitable causes. The legislation reportedly would make it easier for.. @cardplayer.com

Long before Black Friday kicked out the major offshore poker sites operating within the United States, the state of Washington enacted a prohibition on Internet gambling. @cardplayer.com

UPDATED: See Christie’s press release bottom of page. After 45 days of sitting on an internet gaming bill passed by both houses of congress in New Jersey, Governor Chris Christie today sent back the online gaming bill with a.. @diamondflushpoker.com

PokerStars has welcomed Governor Christie’s statements Thursday regarding conditions for the passage of an online gambling bill. In a statement issued to pokerfuse, the online poker industry leader stated it was “hopeful” that the state would “ work quickly to finalize the legislation in accordance with the important revisions and additions to this bill set out in the Governor’s statement. @pokernews.com

Yesterday, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) conditionally vetoed the state’s latest online gaming legislation. While that “veto” word sounds ugly, in truth it was a big win for the online poker legislative fight. @bluff.com

Hawaii is once again pondering the idea of online gaming, including poker. A measure was introduced into the state Senate last month that would establish the “Hawaii internet lottery and.. @cardplayer.com

Sam Trickett continued his stellar record in High Roller events by winning the Aussie Millions $250,000 Challenge this week. February is one of the busiest months of the year in poker, with four events on the WPT, an EPT stop in Deauville and four WSOP Circuit among many other tournaments on the schedule. @bluff.com

A review of Casey Jarzabek's historic January, discussion about the Merge Network VIP program and river play including blocking bets and over bet bluffs are just some of the topics covered this week in the Poker Training Video Directory. @pokernews.com

It's down to the wire for Governor Chris Christie to sign the online gambling legislation sitting on his desk. Hear what he had to say when asked about his intentions. @pokerati.com

Secret recording alleges online poker legislation was influenced by more than just lobbying. This week’s release of an hour-long audio tape between indicted iWorks marketing fraudster and SunFirst Bank online poker payment processor Jeremy Johnson and current Utah Attorney General John Swallow contains online-poker bribery allegations involving Nevada Senator Harry Reid. @pokernews.com

Nate Silver doesn't think federal online poker legislation is a sure thing. This past November Nate Silver became a media darling after correctly predicting the results of the U. @bluff.com

Televised poker returns to network TV in the coming months as the NBC National Heads-Up Championship takes place from Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The chances of online poker for New Jersey residents took a tumble after their governor gave his thoughts on legislation, and the BLUFF Player of The Year standings features plenty of.. @bluff.com

Schleswig-Holestein, the black sheep of the German family in online gambling legislation, has rejoined the fold and voted to adopt the restrictive stance of the other 15 federal states that.. @cardplayer.com

In a radio appearance Tuesday night, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie offered up some sobering words for those hoping for online poker in the Garden State. @cardplayer.com

States are moving forward with plans to legislate and operate internet poker, but Reid is still aiming for federal legislation. With federal legislation in limbo, Nevada law makers continue to push for new ways to bring interstate online poker to light. @pokernews.com

Government commits to December 2014 for adopting new legislation, but questions over gambling duty remain. In a response to comments by the Parliamentary Select Committee on the Department of Culture Media and Sport’s (DCMS) legislative proposals, the UK Government has reiterated its commitment to introducing a place of consumption (POC) tax on online gaming. @pokernews.com

The Rational Group, which owns PokerStars and Full Tilt Poker, filed papers with the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement asking for approval to purchase the Atlantic Club in the city. @pokerlistings.com

US online poker legislation, the PPA and the decent of the "gringos” this week in poker podcasts. The Poker Podcast Directory has some great content this week. @pokernews.com

The lack of federal online poker legislation in 2012 along with the progress of individual states has resulted in a shift of attention for the Poker Player Alliance. @pokernews.com

Changes to state law would eliminate the need for federal legislation or approval to offer interstate poker. Nevada lawmakers are considering an amendment that would legalize interstate online poker. @pokernews.com

After a rush of voting last month, New Jersey’s online gambling bill is in Gov. Chris Christie’s hands. He has until Feb. 3 to sign or veto the legislation. @cardplayer.com

Online gambling news: J Todd says goodbye to 2012 and any hope of federal online poker legislation but what does the new year hold? Also, industry news from New Jersey, California, and the United Kingdom. @pokerati.com

New proposals expected later this year will aim to reduce problem gambling, and may bring increased scrutiny to unlicensed operators. Sweden’s Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt signed a statement this week signalling his intent to take action to change gaming regulation, following a report by the National Audit Office released in June 2012. @pokernews.com