Online poker is not going away. Congress has a choice: turn its back on consumer protection and billions in revenue OR pass sensible public policy to license and regulate online poker.
Quick Facts: More than an estimated 55 million Americans play poker. Of those, an estimated 15 Million Americans play on-
line poker for money. And who are these poker players? A recent survey of PPA Members found:
- More than 72% of PPA Members have at least some college education.
- More than 75% of PPA Members are between 30-64 years of old.
- 47% of PPA Members earn more than $50,000 a year.
- More than 30% of PPA Members are Independents.
Federal legislation will ensure a fair and competitive marketplace for all participants
- Federal poker legislation will not impact current brick-and-morta