New Internet Bill Reinforces Racing Protections

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Aug. 7, 2009) -- Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) introduced the "Internet Poker and Games of Skill Regulation, Protection and Enforcement Act" (S. 1597) yesterday in the United States Senate. The bill would allow federally-regulated online poker and other games of skill and provide important protections for the horse racing industry.

The NTRA, along with numerous other stakeholder groups, contributed significant input to the drafting of the Menendez bill. Click here http://www.ntra.com/content.aspx?type=news&id=40928&section=races to read a statement regarding this legislation from NTRA President and CEO Alex Waldrop.

Read more details about S. 1597, http://www.capwiz.com/ntra/issues/bills/?billtype=S.&billnumb=1597&congress=111 including an expanded title and the committee of referral.