Pennsylvania Governor Signs Online Poker Bill

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http://www.cardplayer.com/poker-news/22182-pennsylvania-governor-signs-online-poker-bill

As expected, Pennsylvania’s top official has signed the state’s online poker bill.

On Monday, Gov. Tom Wolf put his signature on a massive gambling expansion package that passed both the House and Senate last week. Included in the legislation is the legalization and regulation of online casino games, including peer-to-peer poker.

Pennsylvania’s roughly $60 million-a-year live poker market will get a boost from the legislation, thanks to the upcoming launch of online poker rooms and possibly more live poker.
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Great stuff. This is my home state...too bad I just moved away (I like Florida better to be honest though). One state at a time I guess!?
 
Yeah it's taking a while state by state but hopefully we get their eventually. Really need New York or California then things may start popping.
 
its a good day for those that live in pa-hopefully the rest of the states change laws soon-I'm looking forward to seeing what poker rooms il be able to play on
 
hope all others state do the same is good for poker and is very good for people who love it
 
Things are coming along. The question is which sites are going to participate?
 
I don't see Gov Malloy signing a bill in CT, where I live.
 
i just wonder how long it will take, to get the sites up now.. PS is going to be all over this.
KingCurtis said:
Great stuff. This is my home state...too bad I just moved away (I like Florida better to be honest though). One state at a time I guess!?
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😀 come back to PA 😛 I can deal with the cold weather, vs hot weather better! 🙄
 
Yeah stars doesnt have a casino in Pennsylvania so they dont have access to the online market without a partner
 
MoeJurphy said:
Yeah stars doesnt have a casino in Pennsylvania so they dont have access to the online market without a partner
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They will find one. My guess is The Rivers will jump in bed with them pretty quick. If they offer to pay the fee and give Nemacolin a cut ... I would bet Nemacolin would fall all over themselves for the chance.
 
So Pokerstars has to have a casino before they can position themselves to be online? Why is that?
 
Zorba said:
https://www.cardschat.com/news/star...ia-online-poker-but-they-need-a-partner-54423

PokerStars Wants in on Pennsylvania Online Poker, But First They Need a Partner
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MoeJurphy said:
Yeah stars doesnt have a casino in Pennsylvania so they dont have access to the online market without a partner
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I believe the terms of the bill are that PA casinos get first crack at the licenses (and there's enough to allow every PA casino that currently exists to get one) for something like 3 months and then IF there's left over licenses other entities can apply for them. So Pokerstars could seek a partner in a casino if they want to get a jump on competition and get in right away or could just wait for the exclusivity period to end and apply. But I imagine other sites like 888 are already preparing to do the same so depends how quick they want to get in the market.
 
Interesting timing...

quick said:
I believe the terms of the bill are that PA casinos get first crack at the licenses (and there's enough to allow every PA casino that currently exists to get one) for something like 3 months and then IF there's left over licenses other entities can apply for them. So Pokerstars could seek a partner in a casino if they want to get a jump on competition and get in right away or could just wait for the exclusivity period to end and apply. But I imagine other sites like 888 are already preparing to do the same so depends how quick they want to get in the market.
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... because today, New Jersey governor Chris (roly-poly) Christie is going before the Supreme Court to argue in favor of his state being allowed to offer sports wagering. It's actually a really big deal, because it is states rights vs fed rights (and in this case, preemption vs prevention).

The result, expected in the spring, will have far-reaching implications (hello, legal marijuana!).

I can't stand the guy, but I hope he's successful in his arguments. With the court currently right-leaning, I have my doubts.
 
Forbesy604 said:
Even as a Canadian this is great to see!
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You get to play on Pokerstars, 888 Poker, and Party. You got it made man. I'm trying to get my money up to move to Canada for a few months to to play those sites. I miss Pokerstars.
 
Just need a few states to start the snowball effect! Arizona next please.
 
This is amazing news!!! With each state win, I feel as though we finally get closer to a nationwide trend. Fingers crossed! Congrats Penn!!!
 
Backlash said:
This is amazing news!!! With each state win, I feel as though we finally get closer to a nationwide trend. Fingers crossed! Congrats Penn!!!
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That depends on Net Neutrality. If it goes through, (which it probably will.) it could effect it.
 
Another state? If several states allow online poker, why did not I see the Americans at PS tables?
 
Illinois is getting closer it seems. We had a bill or something back in may but it got shelved. Hope it finds the light of day again.
 
I'll be happy when it finally takes effect. I feel like a kid trying to fall asleep on christmas eve waiting for it to finally launch.
 
Maybe I should move back to PA. The winters are too long. Snow at the end of March is unbearable.
 
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